Mathematics PhD Students, Post-Docs & Recent Grads - Remote job All others at Mercor

Role Description

Mercor is partnering with a leading frontier AI research lab on an exciting mathematics and reasoning project. We’re inviting PhD students from top institutions to help push the boundaries of AI reasoning by training large language models to tackle advanced mathematical challenges.

• Develop original, graduate-level problems in pure and applied mathematics.
• Evaluate AI-generated solutions, identifying gaps in ability.
• Provide feedback and generate complete & correct solutions.

Eligibility is strictly limited to PhD students, post-docs, and recent graduates . The role is a short-term, high-impact research engagement, with potential for extension based on performance.

• $85: Professors at top 25 US/UK-based institutions
• $70: Post-docs & senior PhD students at top institutions
• $60: Early PhD students

Qualifications

• Current PhD student, post-doc, or recent PhD-graduate (<5 years ago) in pure or applied mathematics
• Must be highly proficient in writing and formatting documents using LaTeX
• Demonstrated expertise in at least one of the following: algebra, geometry, combinatorics, number theory, analysis, probability, or closely related fields
• Ability to clearly articulate complex reasoning in written form
• Rigorous attention to detail in verifying solutions
• Independent, reliable, and disciplined work style

Requirements

• Remote and flexible — work on your own schedule
• Expected commitment: 20 hours/week minimum; up to 40 hours/week available
• Approximate project length: ~10 weeks, with extension potential
• Rolling start dates; setup typically within 1–2 days of approval

Compensation & Contract Terms

• Open to applicants worldwide (English proficiency required)
• Independent contractor arrangement through Mercor
• Weekly payments via Stripe Connect

Application Process

• Complete a brief interview (20–30 minutes)
• Complete a brief mathematical reasoning test