Remote Mathematics Tutor – $100/hr

<strong>About The Job<br><br></strong><strong>Mercor</strong> connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. Headquartered in San Francisco, our investors include <strong>Benchmark</strong>, <strong>General Catalyst</strong>, <strong>Peter Thiel</strong>, <strong>Adam D'Angelo</strong>, <strong>Larry Summers</strong>, and <strong>Jack Dorsey</strong>.<br><br><strong>Position:</strong> Competitive Math Expert<br><br><strong>Type:</strong> <strong>Independent Contractor<br><br></strong><strong>Compensation:</strong> <strong>$50–$100/hour<br><br></strong><strong>Location:</strong> <strong>US, UK, Canada, or Australia<br><br></strong><strong>Duration:</strong> <strong>6 weeks<br><br></strong><strong>Commitment:</strong> <strong>20+ hours/week<br><br></strong><strong>Role Responsibilities<br><br></strong><ul><li>Contribute mathematical expertise to the design and evaluation of AI-generated reasoning and solutions.</li><li>Review AI outputs on challenging mathematical tasks for accuracy, rigor, and logical soundness.</li><li>Provide structured feedback on clarity, reasoning depth, and problem-solving approach.</li><li>Collaborate asynchronously with AI researchers to refine model reasoning and performance.</li><li>Work independently with flexible hours to meet project goals.<br><br></li></ul><strong>Qualifications<br><br></strong><strong>Must-Have<br><br></strong><ul><li>Strong background in competition mathematics (e.g., AMC, AIME, USAMO, IMO, or Putnam-level experience).</li><li>Deep understanding of problem-solving in algebra, combinatorics, number theory, and geometry.</li><li>Excellent logical reasoning and written communication skills.</li><li>Background in mathematics, computer science, physics, or related field (high school, undergraduate, or graduate level welcome).<br><br></li></ul><strong>Start Date<br><br></strong><ul><li>Immediate<br><br></li></ul><strong>Compensation & Legal<br><br></strong><ul><li>$80 USD/hour (independent contractor)</li><li>Top performers may receive weekly bonus incentives based on performance and throughput.</li><li>Daily payment via Stripe Connect<br><br></li></ul><strong>Application Process (Takes 20–30 mins to complete)<br><br></strong><ul><li>Upload resume</li><li>Brief application form</li><li>Model-training interview: a 25-minute conversational session to understand your background, experience, and approach to problem-solving</li><li>Follow-up communication within a few days with next steps and onboarding details<br><br></li></ul><strong>Resources & Support<br><br></strong><ul><li>For details about the interview process and platform information, please check: https://talent.docs.mercor.com/welcome/welcome</li><li>For any help or support, reach out to: support@mercor.com<br><br></li></ul><em>PS: Our team reviews applications daily. Please complete your AI interview and application steps to be considered for this opportunity.<br><br></em>,<br><br>