Hobbyist Expert
Role Overview
Mercor is seeking hobby obsessives.
Know so much about your hobby that your friends and family come to you for advice? Active on forums for your hobby? Keep up to date with the latest gear? Then you’re likely a fit.
Whether your passion lies in fashion, cooking, cars, tech, outdoor gear, or beyond — we’re seeking individuals who can offer expert-level guidance and product recommendations in their area of expertise. This is a unique opportunity to channel your personal passion into frontier AI research by helping models better understand niche, real-world domains.
Qualifications
- 5–10+ years of deep experience or 10,000+ hours spent in a specific hobby or interest area
- Recognized within your community (e.g., active forum contributor, known reviewer, product tester)
- Ability to explain nuanced choices and trade-offs in product selection
- Clear, concise written communication skills
Project Timeline
- Start Date: Immediate
- Duration: 5 weeks
- Commitment: Part-time, ~20 hours/week
- Schedule: Fully remote and asynchronous - flexible working hours
Compensation & Contract
- Hourly Rate: $25–$40/hr (USD), depending on experience
- Status: Independent Contractor
- Payment: Weekly via Stripe Connect
Application & Onboarding Process
- Submit Resume & Application Form
- Model Training AI Interview
- A 30-minute conversational session designed to assess your ability to train a model in your area of expertise.
About Mercor
Mercor is a San Francisco-based company specializing in connecting elite professionals with cutting-edge AI initiatives. Our investors include Benchmark, General Catalyst, Adam D’Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey. We help leading AI labs accelerate progress by bringing in top-tier human expertise.
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