Economics Forecaster Job at Mercor, New York, NY

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  • Mercor
  • New York, NY

Job Description

1. Role Overview

Mercor is partnering with a leading AI lab on a collaborative research project featuring top global superforecasters. Were seeking experts with deep knowledge of economics to contribute to high-stakes forecasting challenges aimed at advancing AI reasoning capabilities. This is a unique opportunity to contract with a curated forecasting cohort driving the next generation of AI systems.

2. Key Responsibilities

  • Generate probabilistic forecasts on macroeconomic and financial indicators

  • Document forecasting rationale with clear structured reasoning

  • Analyze trends and data sources to inform high-quality predictions

  • Engage with other domain experts to calibrate and refine outputs

  • Provide feedback on forecast design and methodology

3. Ideal Qualifications

  • Demonstrated experience in economic forecasting data science or related fields

  • Strong understanding of global macroeconomic trends and financial systems

  • Proven track record in prediction competitions (e.g. Metaculus GJ Open) a plus

  • Ability to clearly explain complex economic logic in writing

  • Detail-oriented and intellectually curious

4. More About the Opportunity

  • Remote and asynchronous work on your own schedule

  • Expected commitment: 1020 hours/week

5. Compensation & Contract Terms

  • $105140/hour for U.S.-based applicants

  • Youll be classified as an independent contractor

6. Application Process

  • Submit your Mercor profile or resume to get started

  • Youll complete a brief form

  • Well follow up within a few days with next steps

7. About Mercor

  • Mercor is a talent marketplace that connects top experts with leading AI labs and research organizations

  • Our investors include Benchmark General Catalyst Adam DAngelo Larry Summers and Jack Dorsey

  • Thousands of professionals across domains like law creatives engineering and research have joined Mercor to work on frontier projects shaping the next era of AI

Job Tags

Full time, Contract work, For contractors, Summer work, Remote work,

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