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Posted 28 Sept 2026

Economics Research Expert

Mercor is recruiting Economics Research Experts for a research project with a leading foundational model AI lab.

Remote$120–$150 per hour
Hiring companyMercor
Application process4.0 / 5Based on 1 review
Work experience2.0 / 5Based on 1 review

About the role

  • Successful contributions increase the odds that you are selected on future projects with Mercor.
  • You will be engaged as an independent contractor.
  • Projects can be extended, shortened, or concluded early depending on needs and performance.
  • Your work at Mercor will not involve access to confidential or proprietary information from any employer, client, or institution.

Experience and education

  • Have at least 1 year of experience working at top institutions in economics research (e.g. World Bank, IMF, Fed, Graduate Schools).
  • Master / PhD in Economics.

Schedule details

You must be able to commit at least 10 hours per week for this role.

This is a minimum four week engagement.

This is a fully remote role that can be completed on your own schedule.

Eligibility

Work arrangement: Fully remote

  • Please note: We are unable to support H1-B or STEM OPT candidates at this time.

Compensation details

$120–$150 per hour.

  • Payments are weekly on Stripe or Wise based on services rendered.
More about the hiring companyMercor
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