Writing Specialist - Fully Remote

Company IntroductionMercor 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 Overview

• Position: Writing Expert — Prompt & Golden Answer Authoring for AI Research – Contract, Remote
• Commitment: ~20+ hours/week, Duration: ~2 weeks with potential for additional tasks
• Contribute to a high-impact AI research project by authoring prompt–golden answer pairs. Ideal for professionals with strong academic backgrounds and instructional clarity.

Responsibilities

• Review provided PDFs and select appropriate content for prompt–answer generation.
• Write clear, accurate, and insightful golden answers aligned with project guidelines.
• Use Markdown for formatting; LaTeX preferred for technical content.
• Ensure all examples are original, relevant, and grounded in the source material.
• Collaborate asynchronously with Mercor’s support team for questions or feedback.

Requirements / QualificationsMust-Have Qualifications

• Advanced degree (Master’s or PhD preferred) in humanities, education, STEM, or related fields.
• Strong writing skills and attention to detail across disciplines.
• Familiarity with Markdown (required) and LaTeX (preferred).
• Demonstrated ability to understand and summarize complex content.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in prompt writing, technical editing, or curriculum design is a plus.

Engagement Details

• $45/hour
• Classified as an independent contractor
• Payments processed weekly via Stripe Connect
• Remote and asynchronous — work on your own schedule

Application Process (Takes 20-30 mins to complete)

• Submit your resume to get started
• Selected applicants will complete a brief assessment
• Most applicants hear back within 24 hours

Resources & Support

• For details about the interview process and platform information, please check: https://talent.docs.mercor.com/welcome/welcome
• For any help or support, reach out to: support@mercor.com

PS: Our team reviews applications daily. Please complete your AI interview and application steps to be considered for this opportunity.