Nuclear Forensics Expert - Safeguards
$65 - $75 per unitMercor
Job Description
Job Description
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: Forensic Scientist — Nuclear Materials
Type: Contract
Compensation: $65–$75 per task
Location: Remote
Role Responsibilities
- Write challenging single-turn prompts in nuclear materials, labeled as benign, dual-use, and adversarial.
- Evaluate AI model responses against a defined policy standard to ensure correct handling.
- Write reference answers with technical reasoning for correct responses.
- Collaborate with experts to draw reliable lines between routine and dangerous questions.
- Work independently and asynchronously to improve AI model performance.
Qualifications
Must-Have
- Experience in nuclear forensics casework or international exercise participation.
- Expertise in radiochemical and mass-spectrometric analysis.
- Knowledge of detection and interdiction technology.
- Familiarity with material signature libraries and attribution methodology.
- Experience in pre- or post-detonation forensics research.
What this role demands beyond technical depth
- Strong technical writing skills with the ability to provide written rationales.
- Experience in technical writing, published research, or as an expert witness.
- Ability to read and write about misuse scenarios in nuclear materials.
Before you apply
- Ensure your work does not involve classified or export-controlled information.
- Inform us if you hold any NDA or prepublication review obligations.
Application Process (Takes 20–30 mins to complete)
- Upload resume
- AI interview based on your resume
- Submit form
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Vacancy posted 8 days ago
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