Nuclear Safeguards Specialist - Fully Remote

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: Nuclear Security Engineer
Type: Contract
Compensation: $65–$75/hour
Location: Remote

Role Responsibilities

• Write challenging single-turn prompts in the nuclear domain, labeled as benign, dual-use, and adversarial.
• Evaluate AI responses against defined policy standards to ensure correct handling.
• Write reference answers with technical reasoning for correct responses.
• Collaborate on dual-use scenarios, ensuring models accurately judge misuse potential.
• Work independently to draw reliable lines between routine and dangerous inquiries.

Qualifications

Must-Have

• Experience in material control and accountability, physical protection, or vulnerability assessment.
• Strong technical writing skills with prior experience or published research.
• Ability to differentiate between routine and potentially harmful questions.

Preferred

• Red-teaming experience in nuclear security or related fields.
• Background in nuclear security policy, training, or international assistance programs.

Application Process (Takes 20–30 mins to complete)

• Upload resume
• AI interview based on your resume
• Submit form

Resources & Support

• For details about the interview process and platform information, please check: https://talent.docs.mercor.com/welcome
• For any help or support, reach out to: [email protected]

PS: Our team reviews applications daily. Please complete your AI interview and application steps to be considered for this opportunity.