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Public Policy Economist (AI Training)

$35-70/hrRemoteFreelanceSTEM

About the Role

We're looking for economists with public policy experience to help shape how AI understands and reasons about real-world economic and policy issues. Your expertise will directly influence the quality of AI-generated analysis on topics that matter — regulation, welfare programs, fiscal policy, and more.

This is a fully remote, flexible contract role where your knowledge makes a tangible difference in the future of AI.

  • Organization: Alignerr (Powered by Labelbox)
  • Type: Hourly Contract
  • Location: Remote
  • Commitment: 10–40 hours/week

What You'll Do

  • Review and evaluate AI-generated public policy and applied economics content for accuracy and rigor
  • Assess economic reasoning across topics including regulation, welfare, fiscal policy, and public programs
  • Provide structured, detailed feedback to improve clarity, analytical depth, and real-world relevance
  • Validate economic scenarios, arguments, and policy conclusions using your applied expertise
  • Work independently and asynchronously — on your schedule, at your pace

Who You Are

  • 3+ years of experience working or teaching in public policy, applied economics, or a related field
  • Strong grasp of policy analysis frameworks and economic tradeoffs
  • Ability to critically evaluate written economic arguments and recommendations
  • Clear, detailed written communicator comfortable providing structured feedback
  • Self-motivated and reliable working independently in a remote environment

Nice to Have

  • Graduate degree in Economics, Public Policy, or a related discipline
  • Background in government, think tanks, academic research, or policy consulting
  • Familiarity with AI systems or content evaluation workflows

Why Join Us

  • Work on cutting-edge AI projects with top research labs
  • Fully remote and flexible — work on your own schedule
  • Freelance perks: autonomy, variety, and global collaboration
  • Contribute to meaningful work that improves how AI reasons about economics and policy
  • Potential for ongoing work and contract extension