Computer Science Expert (PhD)

Hourly contract | Part-time Remote US | $90 –$110 per hour

About the Role

A leading AI research initiative is recruiting

Computer Science PhDs

to contribute domain expertise toward a flagship project advancing large language models (LLMs). In this role, you will design, solve, and review complex, real-world problems in computer science, ensuring rigor, clarity, and practical applicability in training next-generation AI systems.

Key Responsibilities

Design and assess advanced computer science problems across multiple subdomains. Evaluate AI-generated responses for

conceptual accuracy, computational rigor, and domain relevance

. Provide clear written feedback on solutions, algorithms, and methodologies. Collaborate asynchronously with AI researchers and engineers to improve model performance. Ensure academic and technical precision in all computer science content used to train or evaluate AI systems.

Ideal Qualifications

PhD in

Computer Science

or a closely related discipline from a

top US, Canadian, or European university

. 2+ years of academic (research, teaching, publications) or professional experience. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills. Strong attention to detail, with the ability to break down complex problems clearly. Excellent proficiency in English.

Project Timeline

Start Date: Immediate (rolling applications). Duration: 1–2 months, with potential extension. Commitment: 15–20 hours/week (option to increase up to 40 hours/week). Schedule: Fully remote and asynchronous.

Compensation & Contract

Competitive hourly rate

$90–$110 USD/hr

(based on experience). Independent contractor engagement. Weekly payments via

Stripe Connect

.

Application & Onboarding Process

Submit your resume. Complete a short

AI interview (20–30 minutes)

and written form. Selected candidates will move to a paid

trial assessment

to evaluate domain expertise.

PS: Mercor team reviews applications daily. Please complete your AI interview and application steps to be considered for this opportunity.

AI Researcher (Remote US | 90 -110/hr )

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