Overview AI Research Scientist – Remote (Part-Time | $65 –$75/hr). This range is provided for guidance; your actual pay will be based on skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay $65.00/hr - $75.00/hr Direct message the job poster from Call For Referral About the Role A leading AI research initiative is recruiting Computer Science PhDs to support a flagship project advancing frontier large language models (LLMs). In this role, you will apply domain expertise to design, solve, and review challenging computer science problems with real-world relevance, directly contributing to the innovation and rigor of next-generation AI systems. Key Responsibilities Craft, solve, and review complex, high-quality problems in computer science with practical applicability Work asynchronously with a team of highly qualified experts across your domain Contribute to the development and evaluation of advanced AI reasoning capabilities Ensure clarity, rigor, and accuracy in all tasks delivered Ideal Qualifications Master’s or PhD in Computer Science from a top US university Strong attention to detail and analytical thinking Exceptional written and verbal communication skills Excellent proficiency in English Currently based in the U.S., Canada, New Zealand, UK, or Australia Start Date: Late September (applications reviewed on a rolling basis) Duration: 1–2 months, with potential for extension Commitment: 10–20 hours/week, with the possibility of increased hours Schedule: Fully remote and asynchronous — work on your own schedule Compensation & Contract Hourly rate: $65–$75 USD (based on experience) Weekly payments via Stripe Connect Application & Onboarding Process Complete a short interview to assess domain expertise Receive payment for up to 1 hour of onboarding , including screening and training videos PS: Mercor team reviews applications daily. Please complete your AI interview and application steps to be considered for this opportunity. Job Details Seniority level : Entry level Employment type : Part-time Job function : Engineering, Information Technology, and Research Industries : Software Development and Internet Publishing Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Call For Referral by 2x. Get notified about new Artificial Intelligence Researcher jobs in San Francisco, CA .

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