Research Analyst | $140/hr Remote | Mercor
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Base pay range
$105.00/hr - $140.00/hr
At Crossing Hurdles, we work as a referral partner. We refer candidates to Mercor that collaborates with the world’s leading AI research labs to build and train cutting‑edge AI models.
Organization: Mercor
Position: Hobbyist/Statistical Forecaster
Referral Partner: Crossing Hurdles
Type: Hourly contract
Compensation: $105–$140 per hour
Location: Remote
Duration:
Project‑based
Commitment: 10‑40 hours/week, flexible and asynchronous
Responsibilities:
Clearly articulate forecasting logic, assumptions, and data inputs.
Draw on models, heuristics, and statistical reasoning to inform predictions.
Collaborate with a global network of forecasters and AI researchers.
Provide feedback on prompt quality, resolution criteria, and forecast design.
Requirements:
Active participation in forecasting platforms (e.g., Metaculus, Polymarket, Kalshi, Numerai, Kaggle).
High leaderboard placement or notable tournament track record.
Strong statistical reasoning and ability to work with probabilistic frameworks.
Comfortable documenting thought processes and communicating clearly in writing.
Self‑driven and intellectually curious.
Application Process:
AI interview based on your resume (15 min)
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Contract
Job Function
Research and Writing/Editing
Industries
Research Services
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