Data Analyst | $56/hr Remote | Mercor

At Crossing Hurdles, we work as a referral partner. We refer candidates to Mercor that collaborates with the world’s leading AI research labs to build and train cutting-edge AI models. Organization: Mercor Position: Data Scientist (Kaggle Grandmaster) Referral Partner: Crossing Hurdles Type: Hourly Contract Compensation: $56/hour Location: Remote Commitment: 10–40 hours/week Role Responsibilities (Training support will be provided) • Analyze large, complex datasets to identify patterns and generate actionable insights. • Build high-performing predictive models, statistical analyses, and ML pipelines across varied data types. • Design and implement rigorous experiment frameworks and validation strategies. • Automate workflows, feature pipelines, and reproducible research environments. • Conduct exploratory data analysis, hypothesis testing, and interpret modeling outcomes. • Collaborate with ML engineers and research teams to productionize models at scale. • Present findings through clear documentation, dashboards, and reports. Requirements • Kaggle Competitions Grandmaster or equivalent achievement (multiple medals or top-tier rankings). • Strong experience in data science, analytics, or ML-driven research. • Proficiency in Python and key libraries such as Pandas, NumPy, Polars, and scikit-learn. • Solid knowledge of experiment design, causal inference, and statistical modeling. • Familiarity with SQL, distributed data systems, and experiment tracking tools. • Excellent communication and data storytelling skills. Application Process (Takes 20 min) 1. Upload resume 1. AI interview based on your resume (15 min) 1. Submit form