Academic Research Assistant (Mathematics)

Outlier; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading expert platform is seeking advanced Math experts to enhance AI models by evaluating content, developing questions, and assessing AI responses. Candidates should have a Master's degree or higher in Math, with a strong preference for those with research experience. Pay rates range from $30 to $50 per hour, varying by location and expertise.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher in Math or related field.
• Strong preference for candidates with peer-reviewed publications.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate AI-generated content for factual accuracy in Math.
• Develop and answer Math-related questions for AI understanding.

Skills

Mathematics

English Proficiency

Education

Master’s degree in Math

PhD in Math

Job description

Outlier is the world’s leading expert platform, connecting a network of over 100,000 contributors worldwide to improve AI models by providing expert human feedback. We partner with companies including OpenAI, Meta and Microsoft to enable advanced generative AI models to provide accurate responses and advanced reasoning capabilities.

We are looking for advanced Math experts to teach AI how to interpret and solve complex problems by :

• Evaluate AI-generated content for factual accuracy and relevance in Math.
• Develop and answer Math-related questions to refine AI understanding.
• Assess and rank AI responses based on scientific rigor.

Required expertise and qualifications :

• Education : Master’s degree or higher (PhD preferred) in Math or a related field (can be currently enrolled)
• Research Experience : Strong preference for candidates with peer-reviewed publications, patents, conference presentations, research grants, or industry R&D contributions
• English Proficiency : Ability to read and write with minimal errors
• Bonus Skills : AI model training experience is not required but helpful

Payment :

• Currently, pay rates for core project work by Math experts range from $30 to $50 per hour USD but varies based on your geographic location (see note below)
• Opportunities for higher-paying research projects based on performance.

Rates vary based on expertise, skills assessment, location, project need, and other factors. For example, higher rates may be offered to PhDs. For non-core work, such as during initial project onboarding or project overtime phases, lower rates may apply. Certain projects offer incentive payments. Please review the payment terms for each project.

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Assistant Academic • Springfield, MA, United States