Business Economist | $140/hr Remote | Mercor

Business Economist | $140/hr Remote | Mercor 1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants Base pay range $105.00/hr - $140.00/hr At Crossing Hurdles, we work as a referral partner. We refer candidates to Mercor that collaborates with the world’s leading AI research labs to build and train cutting-edge AI models. Position : Economics Forecaster Referral Partner : Crossing Hurdles Type : Hourly contract Compensation : $105–$140 per hour Location : Remote Duration : Project-based Commitment : 10-40 hours/week, flexible and asynchronous Responsibilities Generate probabilistic forecasts on macroeconomic and financial indicators. Document forecasting rationale with clear, structured reasoning. Analyze trends and data sources to inform high-quality predictions. Engage with other domain experts to calibrate and refine outputs. Provide feedback on forecast design and methodology. Requirements Demonstrated experience in economic forecasting, data science, or related fields. Strong understanding of global macroeconomic trends and financial systems. Proven track record in prediction competitions (e.g., Metaculus, GJ Open) a plus. Ability to clearly explain complex economic logic in writing. Detail-oriented and intellectually curious. Application Process Upload resume AI interview based on your resume (15 min) Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Contract Job function Research Industries Economic Programs Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Crossing Hurdles by 2x #J-18808-Ljbffr