Physician Talent Network | $110-$250/hr Remote
Listing checked August 29, 2026 · pay as published by Mercor
Overview
Mercor is building a network of physicians who want to shape the future of AI in medicine. As a member, you'll work on contract projects for leading AI labs, helping train and evaluate models using your clinical expertise. This is an ongoing talent pool — you apply once, and when a relevant project arises (typically 15-30 hours per week), you'll be considered. Fully remote and $110–$250/hour.
What You'll Do5
- 1Evaluate AI-generated medical responses for accuracy in diagnosis, treatment, and patient management
- 2Design real-world clinical scenarios and tasks to train AI models on medical decision-making
- 3Review and verify medical documentation and compliance standards used in AI training datasets
- 4Provide detailed, domain-specific feedback to improve frontier AI research in healthcare
- 5Collaborate with AI teams to refine model outputs based on your clinical judgment
Requirements4
- 1Proven experience in clinical diagnosis and treatment across a medical specialty
- 2Strong background in patient care management and medical documentation/compliance
- 3Excellent written communication skills and comfort working independently in a remote setting
- 4Ability to commit to 15-30 hours per week on project-based work
Who Should Apply
This network is ideal for licensed physicians who want to apply their medical knowledge in a non-clinical, tech-forward role. You should enjoy deep analytical thinking, have strong attention to detail, and be comfortable providing candid feedback on AI outputs. If you're curious about how AI is transforming healthcare and want a flexible side income stream, this is for you.
Salary Insight
Competitive pay ranging from $110 to $250 per hour, depending on your specialty and the project scope. Rates are set per project.
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