PhD Economist, AI Research Expert (Remote)

About the role

This role is for one of our clients

Compensation: $150-$160 per hour

Employment Type: Contract (Independent Contractor)

Location: Remote

Work Commitment: Minimum 10 Hours per Week

Project Duration: Minimum 4 Weeks

Job Overview

We are seeking highly qualified Economics Research Experts with a PhD in Economics and strong experience working with reputed institutions, leading research organizations, or academic institutions. The selected candidates will contribute to an advanced AI research project in collaboration with a leading foundational AI model development lab.

In this role, you will leverage your expertise in economics, research methodologies, and analytical reasoning to support the development, evaluation, and improvement of next-generation AI models. Your contributions will help enhance the ability of AI systems to understand complex economic concepts, interpret research findings, and solve advanced economics-related problems.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities

Apply advanced knowledge of economics to support AI research and model evaluation initiatives.

Analyze complex economic problems, theories, research papers, and real-world economic scenarios.

Evaluate AI-generated responses for accuracy, logical consistency, analytical depth, and alignment with established economic principles.

Assess the quality of economic reasoning, quantitative analysis, and research-based conclusions produced by AI models.

Provide structured feedback to identify gaps, inaccuracies, and areas for improvement in AI-generated outputs.

Contribute expert-level insights to improve the reasoning and problem-solving capabilities of foundational AI models.

Work independently on assigned research tasks while maintaining high standards of accuracy and quality.

Required Qualifications

PhD in Economics from a recognized and accredited university.

At least 2 years of professional experience working with leading economics research institutions, reputed organizations, or top academic institutions.

Experience with organizations such as:

World Bank

International Monetary Fund (IMF)

Federal Reserve (Fed)

Leading graduate schools and economics research institutions.

Strong understanding of economic theories, research methodologies, and analytical frameworks.

Excellent quantitative, critical-thinking, and problem-solving abilities.

Strong written communication skills, with the ability to explain complex economic concepts clearly and accurately.

Prior experience in economic research, policy analysis, academic research, or applied economics is highly desirable.

Project Details & Work Commitment

Project Duration: Minimum 4 weeks.

Weekly Commitment: At least 10 hours per week.

Work Arrangement: Fully remote with flexible working hours.

Engagement Type: Independent Contractor.

Future Opportunities: High-quality contributions and successful project completion may increase opportunities for selection in future AI research projects.

Contract & Payment Terms

Engagement will be on an independent contractor basis.

The role is fully remote and can be completed according to your own schedule, subject to project deadlines and deliverables.

Project timelines may be extended, shortened, or concluded early depending on project requirements and individual performance.

The engagement will not require access to confidential or proprietary information belonging to any current or former employer, client, or institution.

Payments will be processed weekly through Stripe or Wise based on services rendered.

H-1B and STEM OPT candidates cannot be accommodated for this opportunity.

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