Curriculum Developer

About the Role

Mercor is a premier talent platform that bridges the gap between the world�s most elite creative and technical minds and the leading AI research labs defining the future of technology. Headquartered in San Francisco and backed by an illustrious group of investors�including Benchmark, General Catalyst, Peter Thiel, Adam D'Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey�we are at the forefront of the artificial intelligence revolution. We are currently seeking a highly analytical and experienced Curriculum Developer, serving as an Education Expert in Mathematics, to join our mission. In this capacity, you will play a vital role in ensuring that AI-generated mathematical content meets the highest standards of logical rigor and pedagogical accuracy. This is a unique opportunity for a domain expert to influence how machine learning models process complex information and solve advanced problems in a high-impact, research-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

As a Curriculum Developer at Mercor, your primary focus will be the meticulous assessment and refinement of mathematical datasets used to train sophisticated AI models. You will be expected to bring your deep subject matter expertise to every stage of the content lifecycle, ensuring that the resulting AI outputs are both reliable and academically sound.

• Critically evaluate the accuracy, logical flow, and conceptual depth of AI-generated content within the field of Mathematics to strengthen the reasoning and rigor of model outputs.
• Review and audit complex mathematical problems, solutions, and instructional content to ensure strict alignment with core domain principles and modern methodologies.
• Generate clear, structured, and actionable technical feedback for AI research teams, highlighting specific areas for improvement in training data quality and downstream model performance.
• Design and implement comprehensive evaluation rubrics and performance benchmarks to systematically assess AI-generated mathematical tasks and edge-case solutions.
• Collaborate with a diverse group of subject matter experts and researchers to maintain consistency, relevance, and broad coverage across high-priority datasets.
• Operate with a high degree of independence in an asynchronous environment, managing multiple priorities to meet project deadlines while consistently improving AI model reasoning.
• Identify patterns in model failures and propose pedagogical strategies to rectify misunderstandings in mathematical logic within the AI's architecture.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess a profound understanding of mathematical theory and a track record of excellence in educational content development. We are looking for individuals who are not only subject matter experts but are also technically curious about the intersection of human intelligence and machine learning.

• A minimum of 5 years of professional experience in Mathematics education, curriculum development, or a related academic research field.
• Demonstrated proficiency in AI model evaluation, specifically in identifying nuances in machine-generated logic and improving the quality of training data.
• Exemplary understanding of mathematical principles, ranging from foundational arithmetic and algebra to advanced calculus, discrete math, and theoretical proofs.
• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to translate complex mathematical concepts into clear feedback for technical engineering teams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on precision and detail-oriented content review.
• The ability to work effectively in a remote, self-directed capacity, demonstrating strong time-management skills and a commitment to high-quality outputs.
• Prior experience working within a research lab, a technology startup, or a high-growth AI environment is highly desirable.

Benefits

Joining the Mercor network provides you with the opportunity to work at the absolute frontier of artificial intelligence development. You will engage with challenging problems that have a direct impact on how the world interacts with AI technology.

• Competitive contract compensation set at $50 per hour.
• The flexibility of a fully remote role, allowing you to work from any location while maintaining a professional impact.
• Direct exposure to projects funded and led by some of the most influential figures and venture capital firms in the technology industry.
• A streamlined and technology-driven application process, including an AI-powered interview designed to highlight your specific expertise.
• The opportunity to contribute to high-stakes AI research that is shaping the future of education and technical reasoning.

Required Skills