Nonproliferation Analyst - Dual-Use Expert

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: Nonproliferation Analyst
Type: Contract
Compensation: $65–$75/hour
Location: Remote

Role Responsibilities

• Write challenging single-turn prompts in the nuclear materials domain, 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.
• Distinguish between routine professional questions and those fishing for misuse.
• Work independently to assess model performance in high-stakes scenarios.

Qualifications

Must-Have

• Experience with export control licensing, classification, or enforcement.
• Background in treaty implementation or programme analysis.
• Expertise in proliferation pathway and programme analysis.
• Skills in sanctions, procurement network, or illicit trade analysis.
• Strong technical writing or published research experience.

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]

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