About the Role
What if your expertise in macroeconomics and financial markets could directly shape how AI understands the forces driving the global economy? We're looking for Economic Analysts to review market data, interpret policy developments, and produce structured analytical outputs that help AI systems reason more accurately about complex financial and economic dynamics.
This is a fully remote, flexible contract role built for experienced economists, finance professionals, and policy researchers who want to apply their domain knowledge to one of the most consequential technologies of our time. No AI background needed — just sharp analytical instincts and a deep understanding of how markets and economies work.
- Organization: Alignerr
- Type: Hourly Contract
- Location: Remote
- Commitment: Flexible — work on your own schedule
What You'll Do
- Analyze macroeconomic datasets, market movements, and policy impacts across a range of economic scenarios
- Compare and reconcile narrative reports with quantitative indicators to surface meaningful insights
- Identify key drivers behind economic or market outcomes and explain their significance clearly
- Produce structured summaries of trends, risks, and scenario considerations for use in AI modeling workflows
- Evaluate regulatory commentary, central bank communications, and macroeconomic research for accuracy and relevance
- Maintain consistency and analytical rigor across recurring task-based assignments
Who You Are
- Background in economics, finance, policy research, or a closely related field
- Strong ability to interpret economic data, market indicators, and financial dynamics
- Excellent analytical writing skills — you can translate complex information into clear, structured output
- Comfortable working independently within defined workflows and delivering consistent quality
- Naturally detail-oriented with a systematic approach to analysis
Nice to Have
- Experience evaluating central bank communications, regulatory actions, or macroeconomic models
- Familiarity with quantitative research methods or financial modeling
- Background in investment research, economic consulting, or policy analysis
- Prior exposure to AI tools or data evaluation workflows
Why Join Us
- Work on cutting-edge AI projects alongside leading research labs and AI organizations
- Fully remote and flexible — work when and where it suits you
- Freelance autonomy with the structure of meaningful, task-based work
- Apply your domain expertise to problems that directly improve how AI understands global financial systems
- Potential for ongoing work and contract extension as new projects launch