Development Economist 17

Development Economist

We're looking for experienced development economists to help shape how AI understands global economics. Your expertise will directly influence the accuracy, nuance, and reasoning quality of next-generation AI systems making a real impact on how these tools engage with some of the world's most complex and consequential topics.

This is a fully remote, flexible contract role, working alongside leading AI research teams.

Organization: Alignerr (Powered by Labelbox)

Type: Hourly / Task-Based Contract

Location: Remote

Commitment: 1040 hours/week

What You'll Do
  • Review and evaluate AI-generated content covering development and global economics for accuracy and depth
  • Assess economic reasoning related to growth, poverty, inequality, and international development
  • Provide structured, critical feedback to improve the quality and contextual nuance of AI outputs
  • Apply your real-world or academic experience to validate complex economic scenarios and arguments
  • Work independently and asynchronously on task-based assignments that fit your schedule
Who You Are
  • 3+ years of experience teaching, researching, or working in development economics
  • Strong command of global economic issues, development theory, and data interpretation
  • Able to evaluate and critique written economic reasoning clearly and rigorously
  • Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and comfortable with structured review workflows
Nice to Have
  • Graduate degree in Economics or a closely related field
  • Experience in field research, NGO work, or international economic policy
  • Familiarity with AI systems, content evaluation, or data annotation workflows
Why Join Us
  • Work on cutting-edge AI projects with top research labs
  • Fully remote and flexible work on your own schedule, from anywhere
  • Freelance perks: autonomy, variety, and global collaboration
  • Contribute to meaningful work that improves how AI reasons about global development challenges
  • Potential for ongoing work and contract extension
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