Investment Strategy Analyst – Remote
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: Portfolio Manager
Type: Contract Compensation: $100/hour Commitment: 20–30 hours/week Role Responsibilities
- Collaborate with AI researchers to train, evaluate, and improve AI models that simulate portfolio construction, optimization, and risk management.
- Review and assess model outputs for investment reasoning quality, portfolio allocation accuracy, and consistency with real-world financial logic.
- Provide expert feedback on strategy design, asset selection, risk-reward tradeoffs, and market interpretation.
- Contribute to the creation of evaluation frameworks that benchmark model performance against established portfolio management principles.
- Participate in synchronous collaboration sessions (4-hour windows, 2–3 times per week) to discuss experiments, analyze model outputs, and provide structured guidance on investment strategy and decision flow.
Qualifications Must-Have
- 8+ years of experience in portfolio management, investment strategy, or asset management.
- Strong understanding of risk analytics, asset allocation, portfolio optimisation, and performance attribution.
- Proficiency in financial modelling tools and analytical platforms (Python, Excel, R, or MATLAB).
- Advanced degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or CFA / MBA designation.
- Excellent ability to articulate and rationalise investment decisions.
Compensation & Legal
- Hourly contractor through Mercor.
Application Process (Takes 20–30 mins to complete)
- Upload resume
- AI interview based on your resume
- Submit form
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. ,
Investment Strategy Analyst – Remote
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: Portfolio Manager
Type: Contract Compensation: $100/hour Commitment: 20–30 hours/week Role Responsibilities
- Collaborate with AI researchers to train, evaluate, and improve AI models that simulate portfolio construction, optimization, and risk management.
- Review and assess model outputs for investment reasoning quality, portfolio allocation accuracy, and consistency with real-world financial logic.
- Provide expert feedback on strategy design, asset selection, risk-reward tradeoffs, and market interpretation.
- Contribute to the creation of evaluation frameworks that benchmark model performance against established portfolio management principles.
- Participate in synchronous collaboration sessions (4-hour windows, 2–3 times per week) to discuss experiments, analyze model outputs, and provide structured guidance on investment strategy and decision flow.
Qualifications Must-Have
- 8+ years of experience in portfolio management, investment strategy, or asset management.
- Strong understanding of risk analytics, asset allocation, portfolio optimisation, and performance attribution.
- Proficiency in financial modelling tools and analytical platforms (Python, Excel, R, or MATLAB).
- Advanced degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or CFA / MBA designation.
- Excellent ability to articulate and rationalise investment decisions.
Compensation & Legal
- Hourly contractor through Mercor.
Application Process (Takes 20–30 mins to complete)
- Upload resume
- AI interview based on your resume
- Submit form
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. ,