# PhD Economist, AI Research Expert (Remote)

> Weekday AI · United States (Remote) · Contract · Posted 2026-11-12

**Workplace:** remote

**Department:** AI Training

## Description

**This role is for one of our clients**

**Compensation: $150-$160 per hour**

**Employment Type:** Contract (Independent Contractor)  
**Location:** Remote  
**Work Commitment:** Minimum 10 Hours per Week  
**Project Duration:** Minimum 4 Weeks

## Job Overview

We are seeking highly qualified Economics Research Experts with a PhD in Economics and strong experience working with reputed institutions, leading research organizations, or academic institutions. The selected candidates will contribute to an advanced AI research project in collaboration with a leading foundational AI model development lab.

In this role, you will leverage your expertise in economics, research methodologies, and analytical reasoning to support the development, evaluation, and improvement of next-generation AI models. Your contributions will help enhance the ability of AI systems to understand complex economic concepts, interpret research findings, and solve advanced economics-related problems.

## Requirements

## Key Responsibilities

-   Apply advanced knowledge of economics to support AI research and model evaluation initiatives.
-   Analyze complex economic problems, theories, research papers, and real-world economic scenarios.
-   Evaluate AI-generated responses for accuracy, logical consistency, analytical depth, and alignment with established economic principles.
-   Assess the quality of economic reasoning, quantitative analysis, and research-based conclusions produced by AI models.
-   Provide structured feedback to identify gaps, inaccuracies, and areas for improvement in AI-generated outputs.
-   Contribute expert-level insights to improve the reasoning and problem-solving capabilities of foundational AI models.
-   Work independently on assigned research tasks while maintaining high standards of accuracy and quality.

## Required Qualifications

-   PhD in Economics from a recognized and accredited university.
-   At least 2 years of professional experience working with leading economics research institutions, reputed organizations, or top academic institutions.
-   Experience with organizations such as:

-   World Bank
-   International Monetary Fund (IMF)
-   Federal Reserve (Fed)
-   Leading graduate schools and economics research institutions.

-   Strong understanding of economic theories, research methodologies, and analytical frameworks.
-   Excellent quantitative, critical-thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
-   Strong written communication skills, with the ability to explain complex economic concepts clearly and accurately.
-   Prior experience in economic research, policy analysis, academic research, or applied economics is highly desirable.

## Project Details & Work Commitment

-   **Project Duration:** Minimum 4 weeks.
-   **Weekly Commitment:** At least 10 hours per week.
-   **Work Arrangement:** Fully remote with flexible working hours.
-   **Engagement Type:** Independent Contractor.
-   **Future Opportunities:** High-quality contributions and successful project completion may increase opportunities for selection in future AI research projects.

## Contract & Payment Terms

-   Engagement will be on an independent contractor basis.
-   The role is fully remote and can be completed according to your own schedule, subject to project deadlines and deliverables.
-   Project timelines may be extended, shortened, or concluded early depending on project requirements and individual performance.
-   The engagement will not require access to confidential or proprietary information belonging to any current or former employer, client, or institution.
-   Payments will be processed weekly through Stripe or Wise based on services rendered.
-   H-1B and STEM OPT candidates cannot be accommodated for this opportunity.

## Apply

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