STEM Computational Software Design Expert

About the job

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 .

Position: STEM Computational Scientific Software & Evaluation Design Type: Contract Compensation: $45–$100/hour Location: Remote Commitment: 15–20 hours/week

Role Responsibilities

• Design computational problems using domain-specific scientific software libraries .
• Evaluate AI models by testing problem-solving capabilities in scientific workflows .
• Develop strategies for querying simulations and interpreting outputs.
• Collaborate to refine problem designs through calibration with AI models .
• Work independently and asynchronously to meet project goals.

Qualifications

Must-Have

• Graduate-level training in a relevant STEM domain (MS, PhD, or equivalent research experience ).
• Proficiency with at least one listed scientific software library .
• Strong Python programming skills.
• Ability to work in a Linux/terminal environment .
• Available for 15–20 hours/week .

Preferred

• Experience across multiple listed domains or tools.
• Familiarity with benchmark or evaluation design.
• Background in scientific pedagogy or exam/problem-set design.
• Experience with computational reproducibility and containerized environments .

Application Process (Takes 20–30 mins to complete)

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