Economic Researcher | $50/hr Remote | Mercor

Crossing Hurdles; United States; On-site; USD 55,104 - 68,880; Part time

Job summary

A consulting organization is seeking an Economic Researcher for a remote role at $40-$50/hr. The position requires an advanced degree in a technical field and involves analyzing research materials, assessing academic writing, and evaluating methodological rigor. Candidates must have strong analytical skills and the ability to work independently in a remote setting. Interested applicants should upload their resume as part of the application process.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree or equivalent in a technical or quantitative field.
• Strong foundation in academic research and experimental design.
• Proven experience in assessing academic writing for accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and review research-oriented materials.
• Compare emerging models to baseline research.
• Evaluate evidence and clarity of argumentation.
• Summarize dense content into structured insights.
• Identify unclear reasoning or methodological gaps.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Written Communication

Research Evaluation

Statistical Evaluation

Independent Work

Education

Advanced degree in a technical field

Job description

Economic Researcher | $50/hr Remote | Mercor

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This range is provided by Crossing Hurdles. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range: $40.00/hr - $50.00/hr

Organization: Mercor

Position: Academic Research Specialist (Master’s / PhD)

Referral Partner: Crossing Hurdles

Type: Hourly Contract

Compensation: $40–$50/hour

Location: Remote

Commitment: 10–40 hours/week

Role Responsibilities (Training support will be provided):

• Analyze and review research-oriented materials to assess methodological rigor, technical validity, and logical coherence.
• Compare emerging models or theories to baseline research and established frameworks.
• Evaluate the strength of evidence, reasoning flow, and clarity of argumentation.
• Summarize dense academic or technical content into structured, accessible insights.
• Identify and flag unclear reasoning, unsupported claims, or methodological gaps.

Requirements:

• Advanced degree (or equivalent experience) in a technical or quantitative field such as Computer Science, Biology, Economics, or Statistics.
• Strong foundation in academic research, experimental design, and statistical or algorithmic evaluation.
• Proven experience in assessing academic or research writing for accuracy and structure.
• Excellent analytical and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and maintain consistency in remote, asynchronous settings.

Application Process (Takes 20 min):

• Upload resume
• AI interview based on your resume (15 min)