Development Economist
Denver
**Development Economist (AI Training)** **About The Role** We're looking for experienced development economists to help shape how AI understands global economics. Your expertise will directly influence the accuracy, nuance, and reasoning quality of next-generation AI systems --- making a real impact on how these tools engage with some of the world's most complex and consequential topics. This is a fully remote, flexible contract role powered by Alignerr (powered by Labelbox), working alongside leading AI research teams. * 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 content covering development and global economics for accuracy and depth * Assess economic reasoning related to growth, poverty, inequality, and international development * Provide structured, critical feedback to improve the quality and contextual nuance of AI outputs * Apply your real-world or academic experience to validate complex economic scenarios and arguments * Work independently and asynchronously on task-based assignments that fit your schedule **Who You Are** * 3+ years of experience teaching, researching, or working in development economics * Strong command of global economic issues, development theory, and data interpretation * Able to evaluate and critique written economic reasoning clearly and rigorously * Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and comfortable with structured review workflows **Nice to Have** * Graduate degree in Economics or a closely related field * Experience in field research, NGO work, or international economic policy * Familiarity with AI systems, content evaluation, or data annotation workflows **Why Join Us** * Work on cutting-edge AI projects with top research labs * Fully remote and flexible --- work on your own schedule, from anywhere * Freelance perks: autonomy, variety, and global collaboration * Contribute to meaningful work that improves how AI reasons about global development challenges * Potential for ongoing work and contract extension
