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: Data Analysts & Spreadsheet Specialists (Must own MacBook)

Type: Contract

Compensation: $50–$60/hour

Location: Remote

Commitment: 10–20 hours/week

Role Responsibilities

Complete and narrate real data analysis and spreadsheet tasks on your Mac to create high-quality training data for advanced AI models .
Utilize advanced proficiency in Excel , Numbers , and/or Google Sheets for pivot tables, lookups, charts, data cleaning, and financial or operational models.
Work independently to benchmark and improve cutting-edge AI models .
Provide clear explanations of your reasoning while working to enhance model outputs.
Maintain a structured approach to responsibilities without the high pressure of internships or full-time consulting roles.

Qualifications

Must-Have

2–3 years of experience or current enrollment in a postgraduate program in a quantitative field.
Ownership of a MacBook or Mac with an Apple M-series chip or Intel processor , running macOS 15 or higher.
Advanced proficiency in Excel , Numbers , and/or Google Sheets .
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred

Experience with SQL , Python/R , or BI tools like Tableau or Power BI .

Start Date

Immediate start preferred .

Application Process (Takes 20–30 mins to complete)

Submit your resume.
AI interview based on your resume.
Complete a brief paid assessment.
Receive follow-up communication within a few days regarding your application status and next steps.

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PS: Our team reviews applications daily. Please complete your AI interview and application steps to be considered for this opportunity.

Data Analyst - Spreadsheet Specialist

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