STEM Expert (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology)

Mercor — Remote (United States)

Salary: $75 / hour · Schedule: Part-Time · Work model: Remote

Skills: Analytical Thinking, Biology, Chemistry, Communication, Data Analysis, Mathematics

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STEM Expert (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology)

$75 / hr

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Role Overview

We are seeking candidates with strong backgrounds in physics, chemistry, mathematics, or biology to support a range of analytical, modeling, and problem-solving tasks. This role is open to students, graduates, and professionals who are comfortable working with quantitative reasoning and scientific concepts.

Key Areas of Expertise

Strong foundation in one or more domains: physics, chemistry, mathematics, or biology
Ability to analyze problems and apply structured reasoning
Familiarity with quantitative methods, modeling, or data analysis (as applicable)
Comfort working on open-ended or interdisciplinary problems
Clear and concise communication of solutions

Ideal Candidate Profile

Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in a STEM field (or currently pursuing one)
1+ year of relevant experience (academic, research, internships, or industry)
Demonstrated strength in problem-solving and analytical thinking
Ability to work independently and deliver high-quality outputs

We consider all qualified applicants without regard to legally protected characteristics and provide reasonable accommodations upon request.

Contract and Payment Terms

You will be engaged as an independent contractor.
This is a fully remote role that can be completed on your own schedule.
Projects can be extended, shortened, or concluded early depending on needs and performance.
Your work at Mercor will not involve access to confidential or proprietary information from any employer, client, or institution.
Payments are weekly on Stripe or Wise based on services rendered.
Please note: We are unable to support H1-B or STEM OPT candidates at this time.

About Mercor

Mercor partners with leading AI labs and enterprises to train frontier models using human expertise. You will work on projects that focus on training and enhancing AI systems. You will be paid competitively, collaborate with leading researchers, and help shape the next generation of AI systems in your area of expertise.

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