Math Specialist (Part-Time | Remote | $20 –$35/hr )

Competition-Level Math Evaluator – India

Hourly Contract | Remote India | $20–$35 per hour

1. Role Overview

PhD holders, doctoral candidates, and exceptional Master's graduates

evaluate and refine large language models (LLMs)

This position offers the opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge AI research while working remotely and flexibly from India.

2. Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate

  the accuracy, structure, and depth of

  AI-generated solutions

  to advanced mathematical problems.

• Assess model reasoning

  across topics such as

  algebra, number theory, geometry, combinatorics, calculus, and logic

  .
• Use structured rubrics (8–10 questions) to

  score model outputs

  and provide

  concise written explanations

  of your evaluations.
• Identify

  reasoning flaws, incomplete derivations, or conceptual gaps

  in model-generated responses.
• Collaborate asynchronously with technical teams, adhering to evaluation standards and timelines.

3. Ideal Qualifications

• PhD or current PhD candidate

  in Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, or a closely related STEM field.
• Alternatively,

  Master’s graduates with exceptional mathematical and competition experience

  will be considered.
• Deep familiarity with

  competition-style problem solving

  (e.g.,

  AIME, HMMT, Putnam, or IMO-level

  ).
• Strong ability to evaluate

  multi-step reasoning and mathematical rigor

  .
• Excellent

  analytical thinking

  , problem decomposition, and written communication skills.
• Comfortable working

  independently and asynchronously

  in a remote setting.
• Basic understanding of

  Python

  or willingness to learn (preferred, not required).

4. Role Details

• Work Type:

  Part-time (10–20 hours per week).

• Schedule:

  Fully remote and asynchronous — work on your own time.

• Location:

  Open to professionals based in

  India

  .

• Start Date:

  Immediate openings with rolling application reviews.

5. Compensation & Terms

• Hourly Rate:

  $20–$35 USD/hour (based on expertise and qualifications).

• Classification:

  Independent Contractor (via Mercor).

• Payments:

  Weekly via

  Stripe Connect

  for hours logged.

• Structure:

  Flexible project-based engagement with opportunities for extension based on performance.

PS: Mercor reviews applications daily. Please complete your interview and onboarding steps to be considered for this opportunity.