About the Role
Mercor is building benchmarks and evaluation systems that help measure and improve frontier AI models. As a Research Program Manager, you will play a central role in coordinating the development, release, and communication of these benchmarks. You’ll work across research, operations, and marketing to ensure evaluations are executed rigorously, results are shared with the broader AI community, and new benchmarks launch smoothly. This is a hands-on role that requires strong attention to detail, high-intensity problem-solving, and a passion for building scalable processes that support cutting-edge AI research.
Core Responsibilities
As a research program manager, you will
Design, scope, and support the creation of new benchmarks
Run and monitor new evals
Conceptualise and execute net new research projects
Develop deep expertise in a domain of your choice, and become a trusted advisor within Mercor
Build frameworks for evaluating models, auditing benchmarks, and understanding model strengths and weaknesses
Support customer-facing deliveries where research taste is required
Develop the messaging for new benchmarks and other releases from the team
Support with marketing for benchmarks and evals, including new blogs and socials
What We’re Looking For
Experience: Background in academic research, applied research, or tech consulting, ideally 2-3 years of professional experience.
Skills: Strong analytical and communication abilities; proven track record of managing complex projects.
Mindset: Excited by “scrappy" work
Compensation
Base cash comp from $150K-$225k
Competitive equity grant
$15K relocation bonus (for moving to the Bay Area)
$10K housing bonus (if you live within 0.5 miles of our office)
$1.5K monthly stipend for meals
$200 monthly laundry reimbursement
$200 monthly personal wellness reimbursement
Free Equinox membership
Health, Dental, Vision insurance401(k) with company match
Mercor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees and applicants. Mercor does not discriminate based on actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions and lactation), gender identity or gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, disability, protected medical condition as defined by California or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, California, or local laws and ordinances. Further, Mercor prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation based on any combination of protected characteristics. This Policy applies to all areas of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, discipline, termination, and all other privileges, terms, and conditions of employment. This Policy and the law prohibit employment discrimination against any employee or applicant based on any legally protected status.
