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Economists: Economic Analysis for AI Training

Remote

contract

48 openings

Posted November 12, 2026

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Listing checked November 14, 2026 · details as published by Terac

Key details

Pay: Not published
Location: RemoteCanada, United Kingdom, Australia, United States, India
Job type: contract
Openings: 48
Posted: November 12, 2026

Overview

Terac is running a paid study that uses practicing economists’ analysis to improve AI reasoning and benchmark performance in forecasting, antitrust, and trade policy. You’ll review model responses and build structured training tasks through a remote, asynchronous project that requires at least 20 hours per week. Applicants complete a screener, a short AI interview, and a 45-minute economics assessment; Terac pays $75 for an approved assessment. The role is open to candidates in Canada, the UK, Australia, the US, and India.

What You'll Do5

Turn real economic analysis into structured tasks for AI training.
Assess model outputs for accuracy in forecasting, policy, and trade.
Write detailed prompts grounded in economic impact studies.
Submit your analysis and feedback on AI reasoning through Terac’s platform.
Commit at least 20 hours per week to asynchronous remote project work.

Requirements5

Work as a practicing economist with hands-on experience in economic analysis.
Bring a background in forecasting, antitrust, trade, or policy analysis.
Break down complex economic arguments into clear, assessable steps.
Have at least 20 hours per week available for the project.
Be based in Canada, the UK, Australia, the US, or India.

Preferred Qualifications1

Experience with economic impact studies.

Who Should Apply

Practicing economists with applied analysis experience in forecasting, antitrust, trade, or policy will find a direct fit. Candidates should be able to turn complex arguments into clear steps and commit at least 20 hours each week.

Salary Insight

The listing does not specify pay for the project, and compensation details come later. Terac pays $75 for the 45-minute economics assessment if it approves your result.

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EconomicsEconomic AnalysisAI TrainingForecastingAntitrustTrade PolicyPublic PolicyEconomic Impact Studies

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