Generalist Expert

About the role

Mercor helps connect exceptional creative and technical professionals with top AI research organizations. The company is based in San Francisco and is backed by investors such as Benchmark, General Catalyst, Peter Thiel, Adam D'Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey.

Role overview

This is a remote contract opportunity for a Generalist Expert focused on reviewing AI outputs and helping improve model quality through detailed judgment and feedback.

Key responsibilities

• Assess AI-generated answers for correctness, completeness, and depth of reasoning.
• Deliver clear, organized written feedback that can be used to refine model performance.
• Spot subtle meanings, unstated assumptions, and reasoning gaps in generated content.
• Prepare concise but well-supported explanations that go beyond shallow observations.
• Operate independently in an asynchronous workflow while meeting deadlines and task expectations.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate should have strong analytical ability, excellent written communication, the discipline to follow detailed instructions, and strong critical reading skills. Native-level fluency in English is required. A bachelor's degree from a globally top-500 ranked university is preferred.

Application process

Applicants are expected to complete the application in roughly 20 to 30 minutes. The steps include uploading a resume, completing an AI interview based on the resume, and submitting the final form.

Support information

If help is needed during the process, support is available through the company contact provided in the source material.

Additional information

Applications are reviewed every day. Candidates must finish the AI interview and all application steps to be considered.