[Contract] Data Science Expert

[Contract] Data Science Expert

Mercor

Remote

Role Overview

Mercor is partnering with a leading AI lab to engage independent Data Science Experts for diverse research and development initiatives. These contractors will support data‑driven model improvement, performance evaluation, and applied experimentation.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze large datasets to extract insights that inform model design and refinement;
• Develop and apply statistical models, machine learning techniques, and evaluation frameworks;
• Conduct performance assessments and data quality reviews on AI model outputs;
• Build reusable tools for data processing, visualization, and reporting;
• Partner with research teams to test hypotheses and scale experimental workflows.

Ideal Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in data science, machine learning, or a related analytical field;
• Proficiency in Python and key data science libraries (e.g., pandas, NumPy, scikit-learn);
• Familiarity with large-scale data environments and version-controlled workflows;
• Strong command of statistical analysis, experimental design, and model validation;
• Clear written communication and comfort collaborating across technical teams.

More About the Opportunity

• Expected commitment: 10+ hours/week;
• Exposure to high-impact AI research and applied experimentation.

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.