Information Retrieval Specialist - Phd

Mercor; San Francisco (CA); Remote; GBP 42,000 - 73,000; Part time

Job summary

Mercor is seeking a Generalist Search Expert to conduct precise information retrieval across numerous webpages for AI content quality. This remote, contract role requires collaboration with researchers in History, Philosophy, Linguistics, Sociology, Political Science, Economics, Fine Arts, Media and Literature.

PhD or equivalent experience is required. You will work independently and asynchronously to meet deadlines and enhance model performance. Support and details available via Mercor.

Qualifications

• Must have PhD or equivalent experience in the listed disciplines.
• Expertise across History, Philosophy, Linguistics, Sociology, Political Science, Economics, Fine Arts, Media or Literature.

Responsibilities

• Conduct precise information retrieval across numerous webpages to ensure high precision and recall.
• Collaborate with researchers and subject matter experts in multiple humanities and social sciences.
• Develop strategies to enhance the accuracy and depth of AI-generated content.
• Provide structured feedback to improve training data quality and performance.
• Work independently and asynchronously to meet deadlines while improving AI model performance.

Skills

History

Philosophy

Linguistics

Sociology

Political Science

Economics

Fine Arts

Media

Literature

Education

PhD or equivalent experience in relevant fields

Job description

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: Generalist Search Expert
Type: Contract
Compensation: $40–$70/hour
Location: Remote

Role Responsibilities

• Conduct precise information retrieval across numerous webpages to ensure high precision and recall.
• Collaborate with researchers and subject matter experts in History, Philosophy, Linguistics, Sociology, Political Science, Economics, Fine Arts, Media, and Literature.
• Develop strategies to enhance the accuracy and depth of AI-generated content.
• Provide structured feedback to improve training data quality and performance.
• Work independently and asynchronously to meet deadlines while improving AI model performance.

Qualifications

Must-Have

• Expertise in History, Philosophy, Linguistics, Sociology, Political Science, Economics, Fine Arts, Media, or Literature.
• PhD or equivalent experience in relevant fields.

Resources & Support

• For details about the interview process and platform information, please check: https://talent.docs.mercor.com/welcome
• For any help or support, reach out to: [e-mail]

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