Literature Specialist

Mercor is collaborating with a leading technology company to engage experienced literature professionals on a project basis. Contractors will help develop a diverse dataset of tasks that assess and enhance AI systems’ performance on complex literary interpretation, synthesis, and analytical reasoning. This work is ideal for experts with a deep understanding of literary texts and critical analysis who can contribute independently and asynchronously.

Key Responsibilities

• Design rigorous literature-based tasks across genres, time periods, and analytical frames

• Edit and evaluate AI-generated responses for clarity, interpretive depth, and alignment with academic standards

• Develop variations of prompts based on response length, tone, style, and intended audience

• Identify and document model failure cases where AI outputs lack insight or accuracy

• Collaborate asynchronously with peers and researchers through structured feedback and shared documentation

Ideal Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Literature, English, or a related humanities discipline

• 2+ years of experience in literary teaching, research, or publishing

• Strong grounding in both canonical and contemporary literary works

• Exceptional writing, editing, and interpretive skills

• Ability to assess reasoning and articulate feedback clearly

More About the Opportunity

• Expected commitment: 10+ hours/week

• Short-form and long-form task types include summarization, synthesis, and open/closed QA

• Deliverables-driven structure with expert review layers and quality benchmarks

Application Process

• Submit a brief resume or LinkedIn profile outlining relevant academic or professional experience

• Complete a short skills questionnaire; a paid trial task may be used to confirm fit

• Mercor will follow up with next steps and additional project details

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 law, engineering, research, and the arts have partnered with Mercor on frontier AI projects