Literary Specialist Remote Position
About the role
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: Literature Expert
Type: Contract Compensation: $40–$90/hour Location: Remote Commitment: 10+ hours/week Role Responsibilities
- Design rigorous literature-based tasks across genres, time periods, and analytical frames.
- Edit and evaluate AI-generated responses for clarity, interpretive depth, and alignment with academic standards.
- Develop variations of prompts based on response length, tone, style, and intended audience.
- Identify and document model failure cases where AI outputs lack insight or accuracy.
- Collaborate asynchronously with peers and researchers through structured feedback and shared documentation.
Qualifications Must-Have
- Advanced degree in Literature, English, or a related humanities discipline.
- 2+ years of experience in literary teaching, research, or publishing.
- Strong grounding in both canonical and contemporary literary works.
- Exceptional writing, editing, and interpretive skills.
- Ability to assess reasoning and articulate feedback clearly.
Application Process (Takes 20–30 mins to complete)
- Submit a brief resume or LinkedIn profile outlining relevant academic or professional experience.
- Complete a short skills questionnaire; a paid trial task may be used to confirm fit.
- Mercor will follow up with next steps and additional project details.
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: support@mercor.com
PS: Our team reviews applications daily. Please complete your AI interview and application steps to be considered for this opportunity. ,
Literary Specialist Remote Position
About the role
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: Literature Expert
Type: Contract Compensation: $40–$90/hour Location: Remote Commitment: 10+ hours/week Role Responsibilities
- Design rigorous literature-based tasks across genres, time periods, and analytical frames.
- Edit and evaluate AI-generated responses for clarity, interpretive depth, and alignment with academic standards.
- Develop variations of prompts based on response length, tone, style, and intended audience.
- Identify and document model failure cases where AI outputs lack insight or accuracy.
- Collaborate asynchronously with peers and researchers through structured feedback and shared documentation.
Qualifications Must-Have
- Advanced degree in Literature, English, or a related humanities discipline.
- 2+ years of experience in literary teaching, research, or publishing.
- Strong grounding in both canonical and contemporary literary works.
- Exceptional writing, editing, and interpretive skills.
- Ability to assess reasoning and articulate feedback clearly.
Application Process (Takes 20–30 mins to complete)
- Submit a brief resume or LinkedIn profile outlining relevant academic or professional experience.
- Complete a short skills questionnaire; a paid trial task may be used to confirm fit.
- Mercor will follow up with next steps and additional project details.
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: support@mercor.com
PS: Our team reviews applications daily. Please complete your AI interview and application steps to be considered for this opportunity. ,