Chief Economist

Base pay range $53.00/hr – $74.00/hr Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Type Contract 20–30 hours per week. About the Job An economist will collaborate with AI researchers on economics-related tasks. Responsibilities Collaborate with AI researchers to train, evaluate, and refine AI models on economics-related tasks. Review and assess model outputs involving macroeconomics, microeconomics, finance, and econometrics. Provide expert feedback on the accuracy, reasoning, and interpretability of model-generated economic analyses. Contribute to the design of quantitative experiments for evaluating AI understanding of economic systems and data trends. Participate in synchronous collaboration sessions (4‑hour windows, 2–3 times per week) to discuss experiments, iterate on results, and refine model performance. Qualifications Advanced degree or strong professional background in Economics, Econometrics, Finance, or a related quantitative field. Deep understanding of macroeconomic theory, microeconomic modelling, and statistical inference. Proficiency with economic modeling tools and data analysis software (Python, R, Stata, or MATLAB). Experience with simulation modeling, forecasting, or policy evaluation is highly valued. Excellent analytical writing, reasoning, and communication skills. Commitment of 20–30 hours per week, including required synchronous collaboration periods. Application Process Upload resume. AI interview based on your resume. Submit form. 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. Seniority level Not applicable Employment type Part-time Job function Research Industries Software Development Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Mercor by 2x. We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr