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Overview Be among the first 25 applicants. This range is provided by Mercor. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.Base pay range$70.00/hr - $140.00/hrCompany Introduction Mercor connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. Headquartered in San Francisco, our investors include Benchmark, General Catalyst, Peter Thiel, Adam D'Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey.Role OverviewPosition:Mathematics Expert – Contract, RemoteEngagement:Flexible hours, 5-6 week engagementObjective:Strengthen AI systems’ reasoning capabilities through rigorous problem-solving and theorem-based evaluation.ResponsibilitiesSolve and evaluate challenging mathematics problems across diverse fields.Review AI-generated proofs and solutions for correctness and rigor.Provide structured feedback to improve mathematical reasoning models.Collaborate with AI research teams to enhance model outputs.Requirements / QualificationsMust-Have QualificationsRecent PhD in Mathematics (within past 4 years) OR PhD candidate ≥2 years into program.Enrolled in or graduated from a top 30 mathematics program.Active in research/academia or recently engaged (within the past 4 years).Strong background in advanced problem-solving, with ability to clearly articulate reasoning, reference theorems, and identify gaps in writing.Engagement DetailsRemote and asynchronous — set your own schedule.Flexible, project-based engagements.Competitive hourly compensation, commensurate with your background & experience.Independent contractor arrangement.Payments processed weekly via Stripe Connect.Application ProcessSubmit your resume and complete an interview to get started (if we do not have one already on file).Qualified applicants will receive follow-up within a few days with next steps.Resources & SupportFor details about the interview process and platform information, please check: any help or support, reach out to: support@PS: Our team reviews applications daily. Please complete your AI interview and application steps to be considered for this opportunity.Seniority levelInternshipEmployment typeContractJob functionResearch, Science, and Strategy/PlanningIndustriesSoftware DevelopmentReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Mercor by 2xRelated opportunitiesMathematics Olympiad Specialist - Fully Remote | Up to $85/hr RemoteMath Subject Matter Expert | Up to $70/hr | RemoteEarn from Home as a Maths Tutor – Flexible Hours, UK StudentsWe’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.#J-18808-Ljbffr