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Financial Markets Research Associate

$50-95/hrRemoteFreelanceSTEM

About the Role

What if your knowledge of equities, macroeconomics, and market dynamics could directly shape how AI understands the financial world? We're looking for Financial Markets Research Associates to synthesize complex financial information into clear, structured outputs that help train and improve cutting-edge AI systems.

This is a fully remote, flexible contract role. No AI background required — just solid financial acumen, a sharp analytical mind, and the ability to translate complexity into clarity.

  • Organization: Alignerr
  • Type: Hourly Contract
  • Location: Remote
  • Commitment: Flexible hours

What You'll Do

  • Research and review equity markets, macroeconomic indicators, industry trends, and company-level disclosures
  • Identify key drivers and themes affecting specific sectors, companies, or the broader market
  • Synthesize raw financial information into concise, structured, and standardized research summaries
  • Cross-check data sources for accuracy, coherence, and consistency
  • Support ad-hoc research tasks as project needs evolve
  • Work independently and asynchronously — fully on your own schedule

Who You Are

  • Background in market research, economics, finance, investment analysis, or a closely related field
  • Strong ability to synthesize complex, multi-source financial information into clear takeaways
  • Structured, precise writing style — you communicate findings with confidence and clarity
  • Detail-oriented and methodical, with a consistent approach to quality
  • Self-motivated and reliable when working independently
  • No prior AI experience required

Nice to Have

  • Familiarity with fundamental analysis — earnings, valuations, balance sheet interpretation
  • Experience working with macro or sector-specific datasets
  • Background in equity research, buy-side or sell-side analysis, or economic consulting
  • Exposure to financial data platforms or research tools

Why Join Us

  • Work on cutting-edge AI projects alongside leading research labs and financial organizations
  • Fully remote and flexible — work when and where it suits you
  • Freelance autonomy with the structure of meaningful, task-based work
  • Put your financial expertise to use in a high-impact, forward-looking field
  • Potential for ongoing work and contract extension as new projects launch