Project Manager

This description is a summary of our understanding of the job description. Click on 'Apply' button to find out more. Role Description Mercor is seeking Expert Project Managers (EPMs) to support Strategic Project Leads in managing projects with leading AI labs and research organizations. EPMs is a trusted operations partner in operational execution, helping to maintain quality control, support expert contributors, and ensure smooth project workflows, playing a central role in ensuring project success. This opportunity is ideal for professionals who are adaptable, attentive to detail, and eager to build systems that unlock value. This is a long-term opportunity based on performance. While optional, familiarity with data annotation, especially rubrics, is a plus. Support a Mercor Project Lead in coordinating project operations and managing workflows Engage experts on projects and manage community interactions Host office hours and develop Q&A documentation once projects reach a steady state Distribute project metrics emails, issue reminders or warnings, and nudge experts as needed Respond to support tickets and conduct 1:1 expert follow-ups Perform first-round data QA, often in collaboration with lead reviewers Qualifications 2+ years of experience in project management, operations, or community coordination Bonus: experience as an executive assistant, chief of staff, program manager, project manager, or teacher Strong written and verbal communication skills for expert engagement → skilled at structuring communication for skimmability (e.g. clear CTA) Structured approach to quality control and documentation Highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive in solving problems Experience with data annotation, especially in rubrics is a strong plus Highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple priorities Requirements The work is fully remote and can be done around your schedule You must be able to commit 20+ hours per week for this role Initial scope will vary by project; strong contributors may be offered evergreen contracts Direct mentorship available from an experienced Mercor Strategic Project Lead Benefits This role will pay $50/hr (USD) We will pay you out weekly via Stripe Connect based on the number of hours you log You will be classified as an “at-will” contractor to Mercor Please note that we cannot currently support H1-B or STEM OPT status candidates