Public Policy Research Specialist at Mercor

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: Public Policy and Language Specialist

Type: Contract

Compensation: $45–$60/hour

Location: Korea

Commitment: 20+ hours/week

Role Responsibilities

• Translate, adapt, and synthesize complex public policy frameworks into clear, structured rubrics for AI training.
• Write fluently in both Korean and English, ensuring accurate terminology and nuanced expression across languages.
• Provide cultural and policy insights unique to the public in Korea.
• Work closely with reviewers and peers to refine content.
• Collaborate independently and asynchronously to meet deadlines while improving AI model performance.
  
  

Qualifications

Must-Have

• Native-level fluency in Korean with strong written and spoken English.
• Degree in policy, political science, sociology, or a similar field.
• 2–6+ years of experience in politics, public policy, think tanks, etc.
• Excellent writing, analytical, and communication skills. Experience in policy writing, instructional design, or academic publishing.
  
  

Preferred

• Experience with grading, instructional design, or rubric development.
• Familiarity with generative AI models or machine learning concepts.
  
  

Application Process (Takes 20–30 mins to complete)

• Upload resume
• Complete an AI-led interview to assess language ability and professional experience
• If selected, take a follow-up AI-led interview to assess your professional background
• Complete a paid work trial to determine suitability
• Receive feedback and be onboarded to the project
  
  

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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