Data Scientist

Outlier; Joliet (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading expert platform is seeking advanced Mathematics experts to enhance AI models. Responsibilities include evaluating AI content, developing Math questions, and assessing AI responses. Ideal candidates will have advanced degrees and research experience.

Qualifications

• Evaluating AI-generated content for factual accuracy in Mathematics.
• Developing and answering Math-related questions.

Responsibilities

• Assessing and ranking AI responses based on scientific rigor.
• Contributing to AI model training as needed.

Skills

Mathematics

English Proficiency

Education

Master’s degree in Mathematics

PhD in Mathematics

Job description

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Base pay range

$30.00/hr - $50.00/hr

About Outlier

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 Mathematics experts to teach AI how to interpret and solve complex problems by:

1. Evaluating AI-generated content for factual accuracy and relevance in Mathematics.
2. Developing and answering Math-related questions to refine AI understanding.
3. Assessing and ranking AI responses based on scientific rigor.

Required expertise and qualifications

• Education: Master’s degree or higher (PhD preferred) in Mathematics 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 Mathematics experts range from $30 to $50 per hour USD but varies based on your geographic location. Opportunities for higher-paying research projects are available based on performance.

Rates vary based on expertise, skills assessment, location, project need, and other factors. 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.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

• Technology, Information and Internet

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