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Senior Economics Research Expert

$200
per hour
Contractor Remote Last verified 21 Jul 2026
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About the Role

Mercor is recruiting Senior Economics Research Experts for a research project with a leading foundational model AI lab. You are a great fit if you: Here are more details about the role:

What You'll Do

  • Have at least 2 years of experience working for top institutions, leading economics research (e.g. World Bank, IMF, Fed, Graduate Schools)
  • PhD in Economics
  • You must be able to commit at least 10 hours per week for this role
  • This is a minimum four week engagement
  • Successful contributions increase the odds that you are selected on future projects with Mercor

You're a Good Fit If You

    Role Highlights

    Pay
    $150-$200/h
    Contract
    Contractor
    Location
    Remote
    Category
    Research
    Posted
    16 days ago
    Job ID
    WE-7691

    Pay & Payout

    Independent contractor engagement. Apply via the link below - Mercor handles onboarding and pays weekly via Stripe or Wise.

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    $150-$200/h - Independent contractor engagement. Apply via the link below - Mercor handles onboarding and pays weekly via Stripe or Wise.

    Have at least 2 years of experience working for top institutions, leading economics research (e.g. World Bank, IMF, Fed, Graduate Schools) PhD in Economics You must be able to commit at least 10 hours per week for this role

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