Data Science Specialist - Fully Remote | Up to $150/hr

mercor; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; GBP 104,000 - 156,000; Part time

Job summary

Mercor is seeking a Data Science Expert for a remote contract position. You will evaluate AI-generated artifacts and provide structured feedback, helping to improve model outputs across data science contexts.

The role requires 5+ years in data science at major firms, fluency in English, and strong office suite skills. You will collaborate with AI teams and work independently to meet deadlines.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of data science experience at a top firm.
• Native or professional fluency in English.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace (PowerPoint, Excel, Word).

Responsibilities

• Evaluate AI-generated artifacts for usability in data science contexts.
• Identify and correct factual, aesthetic, and presentation errors.
• Provide clear, structured written feedback to improve AI model outputs .
• Collaborate with AI research teams to enhance training data quality.
• Work independently and asynchronously to meet deadlines.

Skills

Data science experience

English fluency

Office & Workspace proficiency

Education

Master's degree or higher

Tools

PowerPoint

Excel

Word

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: Data Science Expert Type: Contract Compensation: $100–$150/hour Location: Remote

Role Responsibilities

• Evaluate AI-generated artifacts for usability in data science contexts.
• Identify and correct factual, aesthetic, and presentation errors.
• Provide clear, structured written feedback to improve AI model outputs .
• Collaborate with AI research teams to enhance training data quality.
• Work independently and asynchronously to meet deadlines.

Qualifications Must-Have

• 5+ years of relevant professional experience in Data Science at a top firm in the United States , United Kingdom , Canada , Australia , or New Zealand .
• Native or professional fluency in English .
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace (PowerPoint, Excel, Word).

Preferred

• Advanced degree ( Master's or higher) from a reputable institution.