Bilingual Expert

1. Role Overview Mercor is seeking bilingual English–Portuguese language professionals to assist with a translation evaluation project for a leading AI research partner. Experts will assess AI-generated Portuguese content for fluency, accuracy, and alignment with how language is naturally used in Portugal. This is a short-term, flexible opportunity to influence language models with culturally precise input.

2. Key Responsibilities

• Review and assess Portuguese translations for fluency, clarity, and accuracy

• Suggest improvements that reflect idiomatic and culturally appropriate usage in Portugal

• Identify mistranslations or unclear phrasing

• Provide structured feedback on tone, regional usage, and linguistic quality

• Maintain high reading speed and attention to detail across varied content types

3. Ideal Qualifications

• Native or near-native fluency in both Portuguese and English

• In-depth familiarity with Portuguese as spoken in Portugal

• 1+ year of experience in translation, editing, or language quality assurance

• Excellent reading comprehension and written communication skills

• Strong attention to linguistic and cultural nuances

4. More About the Opportunity

• Remote and asynchronous — set your own hours

• Expected commitment: 10+ hours/week

• Project duration: 1+ months with potential for additional work

5. Compensation & Contract Terms

• $25–30/hour depending on experience and geography

• Paid weekly via Stripe Connect

• You’ll be classified as an independent contractor

6. Application Process

• Submit your resume to get started

• Complete a brief form to confirm language fluency and experience

• We’ll respond within a few days with next steps

7. About Mercor

• Mercor is a talent marketplace that connects top experts with leading AI labs and research organizations

• Our investors include Benchmark, General Catalyst, Adam D’Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey

• Thousands of professionals across domains like law, creatives, engineering, and research have joined Mercor to work on frontier projects shaping the next era of AI