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Development Economist

Alignerr

AI & Data Training Contractor · Part-time
Remote (Global) $35 – $70/hr May 27, 2026

Job description

Development Economist (AI Training)

About the Role

We're looking for experienced development economists to help shape how AI understands global and development economics. Your expertise will directly influence the accuracy, nuance, and real-world relevance of AI systems tackling some of the world's most complex economic questions — from poverty and inequality to growth and international development.

This is a fully remote, flexible contract role where your knowledge makes a measurable impact.

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

What You'll Do

  • Review and evaluate AI-generated development economics content for accuracy, depth, and contextual nuance
  • Assess AI reasoning on topics including economic growth, inequality, poverty reduction, and global development
  • Provide structured, expert feedback to improve the quality of AI-generated explanations and analyses
  • Apply your academic or real-world experience to validate economic scenarios and arguments
  • Work independently and asynchronously to complete task-based assignments on your own schedule

Who You Are

  • 3+ years of experience in development economics research, teaching, or applied work
  • Strong understanding of global economic issues, development theory, and data interpretation
  • Able to critically evaluate written economic reasoning and identify gaps or inaccuracies
  • Comfortable working with structured review tasks and providing clear, actionable feedback
  • Self-motivated and reliable when working independently

Nice to Have

  • Graduate degree in Economics or a related field
  • Experience working in field research, NGOs, or international policy organizations
  • Familiarity with AI systems or content evaluation workflows

Why Join Us

  • Work on cutting-edge AI projects alongside top research labs
  • Fully remote and flexible — design your own schedule
  • Freelance perks: autonomy, variety, and global collaboration
  • Contribute to meaningful work that improves how AI understands global development challenges
  • Potential for ongoing work and contract extension
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Is Alignerr legitimate?
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Does Alignerr offer remote work?
Yes, Alignerr offers remote work opportunities. Most tasks and positions can be completed from anywhere with a reliable internet connection and a computer or smartphone. Specific location requirements may vary by project or role, so check individual listings for details.
How does Alignerr pay its workers?
Payment methods and schedules vary. Common payment options include PayPal, bank transfers, Payoneer, and other digital payment platforms. Visit Alignerr's official website or check their payment/FAQ section for specific details about payment methods, minimum thresholds, and payout schedules.
What skills do I need to work with Alignerr?
Required skills vary by role and project. Generally, you'll need a reliable internet connection, basic computer literacy, strong attention to detail, and good communication skills. Some positions may require specialized expertise, language proficiency, or technical qualifications. Check individual job listings for specific requirements.
What type of AI work does Alignerr focus on?
Alignerr specializes in AI alignment and model evaluation tasks. Contributors help ensure AI models produce safe, accurate, and helpful outputs by evaluating model responses, identifying errors or biases, and providing human feedback that improves AI behavior and alignment with human values.
Do I need technical AI knowledge to work with Alignerr?
While technical AI knowledge is a plus, many Alignerr tasks are designed for non-technical contributors with strong critical thinking, writing, and analytical skills. The ability to evaluate content quality, identify factual errors, and provide clear feedback is more important than programming expertise for most roles.
How does Alignerr ensure quality in its work?
Alignerr implements multi-layered quality assurance including calibration tasks, consensus scoring between annotators, regular quality audits, and feedback loops. Contributors are expected to maintain high accuracy scores, and ongoing training helps maintain consistent quality standards.
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