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Public Policy Economist (AI Training)

$35-70/hrRemoteFreelanceSTEM

About the Role

We're looking for experienced economists with a public policy background to help shape how AI understands and reasons about complex economic and policy topics. Your expertise will directly influence the quality of AI-generated analysis on regulation, welfare programs, fiscal policy, and more — work that matters at a foundational level.

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

What You'll Do

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

Who You Are

  • 3+ years of experience working or teaching in public economics, applied economics, or a related policy field
  • Strong command of policy analysis frameworks and economic tradeoffs
  • Able to critically evaluate written economic arguments and recommendations
  • Clear, precise written communicator comfortable delivering detailed feedback
  • Self-directed and reliable when working remotely on task-based projects

Nice to Have

  • Graduate degree in Economics, Public Policy, or a related field
  • Background in government agencies, think tanks, or policy research organizations
  • 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 real-world policy
  • Potential for ongoing work and contract extension