Academic Researchers
$20 - $60/hourpay
Required Skills
academic research
document review
ms word (advanced features: tracked changes, formatting)
pdf editing and data extraction
written communication
verbal communication
attention to detail
literature review and synthesis
report writing
presentation development
collaboration with cross-functional teams
remote work proficiency
time management
deadline management
multidisciplinary teamwork
About micro1
micro1 is a data engine that helps AI labs train foundational models and enterprises build AI agents. We provide frontier evaluations and reinforcement learning environments used to improve LLM capabilities, as well as contextual evaluations used to monitor and improve AI agents in enterprise settings. Our data engine includes an AI recruiter agent that sources and vets domain experts, a data platform that enables rapid production of high-quality training data, and a pipeline performance system that ensures both quality and velocity.
Our goal is to have 1 billion people doing meaningful work by contributing their expertise to the development of frontier AI models. We’ve raised $40M+ in funding, and our AI recruiter has powered more than 1 million AI-led interviews as our global network of experts expands to form the human intelligence layer for AGI.
Job Description
Job Title: Academic Researcher
Job Type: Contractor (Full-time or Part-time)
Location: Remote
Job Summary:
We are seeking accomplished Academic Researchers to join our customer's team in a dynamic, expert-level capacity. This contract role is ideal for professionals who thrive in remote, collaborative environments and demonstrate exceptional proficiency in academic research, document review, and written communication.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct in-depth research and analysis in your area of expertise, delivering high-quality, evidence-based insights.
- Prepare, format, and review complex documents in Word and PDF, utilizing advanced features such as tracked changes, form filling, and data extraction.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including legal, healthcare, policy, and finance professionals, to support diverse project needs.
- Translate complex research findings into clear, concise reports and presentations tailored for Fortune 500 standards.
- Evaluate and synthesize academic literature, legal documents, or industry data to inform project outcomes.
- Ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance with designated guidelines in all written deliverables.
- Maintain clear and professional written and verbal communication with project stakeholders and team members.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
- Minimum 3+ years of relevant professional experience in academic research, legal, policy, healthcare, or related sectors.
- Master’s degree, PhD, or JD from a recognized institution.
- Demonstrated expertise in preparing and reviewing Word and PDF documents (tracked changes, formatting, data extraction, document review).
- Outstanding written and verbal communication skills; meticulous attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a remote, deadline-driven environment.
- Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary teams on complex deliverables.
- Proven record of producing high-quality, client-ready outputs.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience working with or for Fortune 500 companies.
- Prior involvement in legal, healthcare, policy, or financial operations document workflows.
- Active publication or presentation record in academic or industry settings.