Remote Expert Data Scientist at Mercor (Dec 2025)

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Expert Data Scientist

$100 / hr

Hourly contract

Remote

$100

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Posted by Mercor

mercor.com

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Mercor is hiring experienced Data Science and Analytics professionals to contribute to a high-impact collaboration with a leading AI company.

Experts will generate reasoning-based data analysis samples that help improve advanced AI systems’ ability to interpret and reason over complex datasets.

This is a unique opportunity to apply your analytical and engineering expertise toward shaping the next generation of intelligent analytics tools.

Key Responsibilities

Analyze large structured datasets provided by partner organizations.
Design reasoning-based analytics questions that require multi-step problem-solving and data interpretation.
Write and validate Snowflake SQL queries (using DuckDB, pandas, or Python notebooks) to answer those questions.
Produce clear, human-readable explanations that articulate analytical reasoning and insights.
Format deliverables into structured JSON outputs (question, query, answer).
Ensure consistency and quality through peer collaboration and reviewer feedback.

Ideal Qualifications

6+ years of experience in data analytics, data science, or a related quantitative field.
Proficiency in SQL and Python (experience with DuckDB or pandas preferred).
Strong background in data exploration, statistical reasoning, and business intelligence.
Experience working with tools like iPython, Jupyter Notebooks, or GitHub.
Excellent written communication skills — ability to explain complex reasoning clearly.
Degree in Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or related discipline (Bachelor’s minimum; advanced degree preferred).

Project Timeline

Duration: ~2 months
Commitment: 15 hours a week
Schedule: Fully remote and asynchronous

Compensation & Contract

$100 hourly rate
Independent contractor position.
Daily payments via Stripe Connect.

Application & Onboarding Process

Submit your resume.
Complete a short AI-powered interview (~15 minutes).
Receive next steps and onboarding materials within a few days.

About Mercor

Mercor is a San Francisco–based company connecting elite professionals with cutting-edge AI and data initiatives. Our investors include Benchmark, General Catalyst, Adam D’Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey. Thousands of experts across engineering, research, and analytics have partnered with Mercor to help build the future of AI.

Apply today and use your data science expertise to help advance the frontier of intelligent systems.

We consider all qualified applicants without regard to legally protected characteristics and provide reasonable accommodations upon request.

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