Description
Summary:
Mercor is seeking a Bilingual Portuguese STEM Expert to design and optimize STEM-based prompts, define evaluation standards, and conduct model testing for AI research.
Highlights:
1. Design and optimize STEM-based prompts in Portuguese and/or English
2. Define evaluation standards for STEM contexts with scientific rigor
3. Conduct model testing and grading comparing outputs in Portuguese and English
**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:** Bilingual Portuguese STEM Expert
**Type:** **Contract**
**Compensation:** **$18–$22/hour**
**Commitment:** **20 hours/week**
**Duration:** **1 month**
**Role Responsibilities**
* Design and optimize **STEM\-based prompts** in **Portuguese** and/or English with scientific instructions.
* Define and document evaluation standards for STEM contexts, ensuring scientific rigor and linguistic clarity.
* Conduct model testing and grading, comparing outputs in **Portuguese** and English for accuracy and clarity.
* Support benchmarking and quality assurance to maintain consistency across **Portuguese\-language** benchmarks.
* Collaborate in QA processes to ensure tasks meet scientific rigor before integration into official benchmarks.
**Qualifications**
**Must\-Have**
* Native\-level fluency in **Portuguese (written)** with strong English reading/writing ability.
* **BS or BA** in **Biology / Physics / Chemistry**.
* Familiarity with undergraduate\-level **biology / physics / chemistry** topics.
* Strong writing and critical thinking skills.
* Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
**Preferred**
* **2\+ years** of experience in teaching, research, or an applied STEM discipline field.
**Application Process (Takes 20–30 mins to complete)**
* Complete an AI\-led interview (around **15 minutes**).
* Complete a **45\-minute** written assessment that will guide you through writing rubrics.
* If selected, you will be invited to work on the project.
**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.*