Scientific Writer


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: Technical Documentation Specialist

Type: Part-time Contract

Compensation: $50–$70/hour

Location: Remote

Commitment: 10–20 hours/week

Role Responsibilities

  • Review clinical reports, technical reviews, and grant proposals for clarity and rigor.
  • Evaluate experimental methodologies and interpret their validity in supporting outcome claims.
  • Draft concise, technical summaries of research methods and results.
  • Provide structured responses to specific analytical prompts.
  • Collaborate asynchronously with project coordinators to ensure consistency and quality.

Qualifications

Must-Have

  • 3+ years of experience in academic publishing, research analysis, or clinical data interpretation.
  • Advanced degree in a relevant field (e.g., MPH, PhD, PharmD, MD).
  • Proven ability to synthesize and assess complex research data.
  • Strong technical writing and analytical reasoning skills.

Compensation & Legal

  • $60/hour for U.S.-based professionals.
  • Paid weekly via Stripe Connect.
  • Classified as an independent contractor.

Application Process (Takes 20–30 mins to complete)

  • Submit a brief resume or portfolio highlighting relevant experience.
  • Selected applicants may be asked to complete a short sample prompt.

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: [email protected]

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

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