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Australian English Audio Evaluator

mercor · Singapore · back to the listing

HR standards

69/100

needs work

Title ↔ description

48/100

poor

Reads as

Unclear

no confident match

What this role officially is

software tester — ESCO, the EU occupation classification

Software testers perform software tests. They may also plan and design them. They may also debug and repair software although this mainly corresponds to designers and developers. They ensure that applications function properly before delivering them to internal and external clients.

Also known as: application software tester, unit tester, application tester, software application tester, tester, module tester

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What the listing never says

  • 21 bullet points. Long requirement lists deter qualified candidates, who read them as hard gates. Scope clarity
  • No pay range published. Candidates cannot tell whether applying is worth their time. Pay transparency

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About the job

Mercor connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. Headquartered in San Francisco, our investors include Benchmark, General Catalyst, Peter Thiel, Adam D'Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey.

Position: English (Australia) Audio Generalist Evaluator Expert
Type:Contract
Compensation:$50/hour
Location:Remote
Commitment:10–20 hours/week

Role Responsibilities

• Transcribe and optimize audio and video content in English (Australia). Ensure clarity, accuracy, and adherence to guidelines.

• Develop and document evaluation standards. Create rubrics and guidelines for consistency across evaluations.

• Conduct model testing and grading. Evaluate outputs for accuracy, completeness, and clarity.

• Support benchmarking and quality assurance. Participate in QA cycles to maintain consistency and reliability.

• Collaborate with project leads to resolve ambiguities and improve task design.

Qualifications

Must-Have

• Strong writing, editing, and critical thinking skills.

• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.

• Native or near-native fluency in English (Australia).

• Familiarity with Australian English, regional vocabulary, and slang.

• Ability to transcribe and analyze English audio content.

• Available to commit 10–20 hours per week.

Preferred

• College students or recent graduates.

• Background in linguistics, humanities, social sciences, journalism, or technical disciplines.

• Experience with transcription, annotation, localization, or research workflows.

• Familiarity with differences between Australian English and other English varieties.

• Interest in AI, language models, or applied research environments.

Application Process (Takes 20–30 mins to complete)

• Upload resume

• AI interview based on your resume

• Submit form

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