Scientific Analyst - Fully Remote | Upto $75/hr

mercor; India; Remote; INR 8,009,000 - 12,014,000; Part time

Job summary

Mercor is seeking a STEM Expert for remote contract work to support AI research outputs across physics, chemistry, mathematics, and biology. You will analyze problems, craft reasoning strategies, and collaborate across disciplines with flexible hours.

The role emphasizes independent work, rigorous problem solving, and clear communication with AI research teams, suitable for candidates in academia or industry.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's , Master's , or PhD in a STEM field (or currently pursuing one).
• 1+ year of relevant experience in academic, research, internships, or industry.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking skills.
• Ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and analyze complex problems in physics , chemistry , mathematics , or biology to enhance model outputs .
• Develop structured reasoning approaches for quantitative methods and data analysis .
• Collaborate on interdisciplinary problems to ensure comprehensive solutions.
• Communicate solutions clearly and concisely to AI research teams .
• Work independently to deliver high-quality outputs with flexible hours .

Skills

Problem solving

Analytical thinking

Independent work

Education

STEM degree (BSc/MSc/PhD)

Job description

About the job Mercor connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. Headquartered in San Francisco, our investors include Benchmark , General Catalyst , Peter Thiel , Adam D'Angelo , Larry Summers , and Jack Dorsey .

Position: STEM Expert (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology) Type: Contract Compensation: $75/hour Location: Remote

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and analyze complex problems in physics , chemistry , mathematics , or biology to enhance model outputs .
• Develop structured reasoning approaches for quantitative methods and data analysis .
• Collaborate on interdisciplinary problems to ensure comprehensive solutions.
• Communicate solutions clearly and concisely to AI research teams .
• Work independently to deliver high-quality outputs with flexible hours .

Qualifications Must-Have

• Bachelor's , Master's , or PhD in a STEM field (or currently pursuing one).
• 1+ year of relevant experience in academic, research, internships, or industry.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking skills.
• Ability to work independently.