Data Scientist
$60-100/hr•Part-timeRemote
location_on24;26, Caselli Avenue, Castro District, San Francisco, California, 94114, United States
Job Description
Mercor is partnering with one of the world's leading AI research labs to engage experienced Data Scientist (Part-Time | Remote | $60 –$100/hr) to $100/hr) to help AI startups hire 0→1 Founding Engineers & Product Talent | Backend & Infra | US & Europe.
Exceptional Data Scientists
Hourly Contract | Part-Time Remote | $60–$100 per hour
- About the Role
Mercor is partnering with one of the world's leading AI research labs to engage experienced Data Scientists in developing robust, high-performance systems that power next-generation machine learning applications.
In this role, you will perform hands‑on data science work — from experiment design and data preprocessing to model development, evaluation, and deployment. You will also play a key role in writing, reviewing, and validating prompt-based datasets that train AI systems to think and reason more effectively.
This is a remote, part‑time opportunity ideal for data scientists who thrive in research‑driven, highly technical environments.
- More About the
- Commitment: 20 – 20 – 40 hours per week (with potential to scale up to 80)
- Schedule: Fully remote and asynchronous — work on your own time
- Duration: Minimum 1 month, with potential extension based on performance
- Start Date: Early September (applications reviewed on a rolling
- Compensation & Contract
- Hourly Rate: $60–$100/hour (based on experience and
- Payments: Weekly via Stripe Connect for services rendered
- Terms: Flexible, based on location and
- Application
- Submit your resume or portfolio to begin.
- Complete a brief form outlining your technical background and agent usage
- Applications are reviewed continuously — selected candidates will be contacted for next
⚡ PS: Mercor reviews applications daily. Please complete your interview and onboarding steps to be considered for this
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Work location
Work model: Remote
24;26, Caselli Avenue, Castro District, San Francisco, California, 94114, United States
San Francisco, California
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleDesign and execute data science experiments for AI model development and evaluation
- check_circleCollect, preprocess, and analyze structured and unstructured datasets
- check_circleanalyze structured and unstructured datasets
- check_circleBuild and validate machine learning models using modern frameworks
- check_circleConduct feature engineering, data wrangling and statistical inference
- check_circleWrite, review, and validate prompt-based questions and tasks to train AI models
- check_circleCollaborate with engineering and research teams to deploy production-ready solutions
- check_circlemodels using TensorFlow, PyTorch, and scikit-learn
Requirements
- verified3+ years of professional experience in data science or applied analytics
- verifiedProficiency in Python (Jupyter Notebooks) and libraries such as NumPy, Pandas, SciPy, SymPy, scikit-learn, TensorFlow, or PyTorch)
- verifiedBachelor’s degree in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, Computer Science, or a related field from the U.S., Canada, U.K., Australia, or New Zealand
- verifiedStrong foundation in: Exploratory data analysis and statistical inference
- verifiedExcellent verbal and written communication skills
Skills, education and keywords
Skills: python, jupyter notebooks, numpy, pandas, scipy, sympy, tensorflow, pytorch, machine learning, data analysis.
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, or related field.
Frequently asked questions about Data Scientist at Call For Referral
What does a Data Scientist at Call For Referral do?expand_more
In this Data Scientist at Call For Referral role, you will design and execute data science experiments for ai model development and evaluation; collect, preprocess, and analyze structured and unstructured datasets; analyze structured and unstructured datasets; and build and validate machine learning models using modern frameworks.
What are the requirements for this Data Scientist role?expand_more
To qualify for the Data Scientist at Call For Referral position, applicants should have: 3+ years of professional experience in data science or applied analytics; Proficiency in Python (Jupyter Notebooks) and libraries such as NumPy, Pandas, SciPy, SymPy, scikit-learn, TensorFlow, or PyTorch); Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, Computer Science, or a related field from the U.S., Canada, U.K., Australia, or New Zealand; Strong foundation in: Exploratory data analysis and statistical inference; and Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
What is the salary range for Data Scientist at Call For Referral?expand_more
The advertised salary range for Data Scientist at Call For Referral is $60-100/hr.
Where is the Data Scientist role at Call For Referral located?expand_more
Data Scientist at Call For Referral is based in 24;26, Caselli Avenue, Castro District, San Francisco, California, 94114, United States. This is a remote role.
Is this Data Scientist job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more
Call For Referral has listed this Data Scientist role as remote.
How much experience is required for this Data Scientist role?expand_more
Data Scientist at Call For Referral typically requires 3+ years of relevant experience at the mid level level.
What skills do you need for the Data Scientist role at Call For Referral?expand_more
Key skills for Data Scientist at Call For Referral include python; jupyter notebooks; numpy; pandas; scipy; sympy; tensorflow; and pytorch.
What education is required for Data Scientist at Call For Referral?expand_more
Educational requirements for this role: Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, or related field.
What category does the Data Scientist role belong to?expand_more
Data Scientist at Call For Referral is part of the Information Technology job category on Recrutus.