Economics Research Expert (PhD) — Part-Time AI Lab Project

Mercor; New York (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercor is recruiting Economics Research Experts for a research project with a leading foundational model AI lab in New York. You should have at least 1 year of experience at top institutions in economics research and hold a Master’s or PhD in Economics. The role requires a commitment of at least 10 hours per week for a minimum four weeks.

Successful contributions may lead to future project opportunities with Mercor. This is a contract engagement and compensation is commensurate with experience.

Qualifications

• Experience in economics research at top institutions (e.g., World Bank, IMF, Fed, graduate schools) preferred.
• Strong analytical and data-handling skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to economics research for a foundational model AI lab project.
• Collaborate with a research team to deliver rigorous analyses and results.

Skills

Economic research

Data analysis

Education

Master's or PhD in Economics

Job description

Mercor is recruiting Economics Research Experts for a research project with a leading foundational model AI lab in New York. You should have at least 1 year of experience at top institutions in economics research and hold a Master’s or PhD in Economics. The role requires a commitment of at least 10 hours per week for a minimum four weeks.

Successful contributions may lead to future project opportunities with Mercor. This is a contract engagement and compensation is commensurate with experience.