Generalist Evaluator Expert

Mercor is seeking detail-oriented writing experts to contribute to a high-impact AI research project with a leading lab. Freelancers will author prompt–golden answer pairs that train and evaluate advanced language models. This is a short-term, flexible opportunity for professionals with strong academic backgrounds and a knack for instructional clarity. Ideal for those who enjoy distilling complex concepts into well-crafted text. * * * ### Job Details: - Design and Optimize Prompts: Create detailed prompts with multiple constraints and instructions. - Define and Document Evaluation Standards: Establish high-level expectations for correct responses in general consumer contexts, and develop comprehensive rubric. - Conduct Model Testing and Grading: Run prompts through models and assess preliminary outputs against expectations. - Support Benchmarking and Quality Assurance: Collaborate in QA review processes to ensure prompt tasks and rubrics meet rigor, maintaining consistency and reliability before integration into official benchmarks. ### Minimum Qualifications: - BS or BA from a reputable institution completed or in progress - Strong writing and critical thinking skills. - Ability to work independently and meet deadlines. - Significant familiarity with ChatGPT or similar tools for personal decision-making or hobbies / general interests. - US or Canada based. ### Preferred Qualifications: - Experience in teaching or research. ### Application & Onboarding Process: - Complete an AI-led interview, this should take around 15 minutes. - Complete a 45-minute written assessment that will guide you through writing rubrics. - If selected, you will be invited to work on the project. ### More Details About This Role: - This is a remote and asynchronous role — work on your own schedule. - Expect to contribute at least 20 hours per week. - Expect a commitment of around 1 month. - You’ll be working in a structured project environment with clear goals and tools. * * * ### About [Mercor](https://mercor.com/): - Our team is based in San Francisco, CA - We [specialize](https://www.forbes.com/sites/johnwerner/2024/03/20/this-ai-startup-wants-to-create-jobs-not-take-them-away/) in recruiting experts for top AI labs - Our investors include Benchmark, General Catalyst, Adam D’Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey