Public Policy Economist (AI Training)
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About the Role We're looking for economists with public policy experience to help shape how AI understands and reasons about real-world policy challenges. Your expertise will directly influence the quality of AI-generated economic analysis — from regulatory frameworks to welfare programs — making a tangible impact on one of the most consequential technologies of our time. - 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 questions, analysis, and economic reasoning - Assess content covering regulation, public welfare, fiscal policy, and applied economics - Provide structured, detailed feedback to improve clarity, analytical rigor, and real-world accuracy - Validate economic scenarios, tradeoffs, and policy conclusions using your professional judgment - Work independently and asynchronously — on your own schedule Who You Are - 3+ years of experience in public policy, applied economics, or related academic or professional work - Strong grasp of policy analysis, economic tradeoffs, and evidence-based reasoning - Skilled at critically evaluating written economic arguments and recommendations - Clear and thorough written communicator, comfortable providing detailed feedback - Self-motivated and reliable when working independently Nice to Have - Graduate degree in Economics, Public Policy, or a related field - Professional background in government, 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 when and where it suits you - Freelance perks: autonomy, variety, and global collaboration - Contribute to meaningful work that improves how AI reasons about policy and economics - Potential for ongoing work and contract extension
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