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Pay

About typicalTops out at $100/hr. The typical top rate across 145 priced finance listings is $100/hr.

Getting in

Some screening~30–45 min: profile + AI interview. Computer with webcam and mic for the AI interview.

Steady work

Work is patchyLong waits between tasks are common.

Payout record

Some delaysSchedule: twice a month. Paid via micro1 platform wallet (contractor payments).

Freshness

RecentPosted 2w ago. Still listed on micro1 on Nov 6, 2026.

Where you live

Named countries onlyOpen in United States.

The job description

Compensation:$50–$70 per hour

About the Opportunity

micro1 is looking for experienced US-based macroeconomists and macro strategists to support a new project focused on US economic data, monetary policy, and financial market analysis.

We are seeking professionals with backgrounds in sell-side or buy-side macroeconomic research, investment strategy, central banking, or government economic institutions.

Key Responsibilities

Analyze and interpret US macroeconomic indicators, including GDP, inflation, employment, and other economic releases.
Evaluate economic data published by the Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) and Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Work with historical economic datasets and data vintages, including ALFRED.
Analyze US Treasury yield curves, interest rate movements, and monetary policy expectations.
Interpret Federal Reserve communications, including FOMC statements, meeting minutes, and Summary of Economic Projections (SEP).
Apply macroeconomic expertise to research and analytical tasks.

Requirements

Professional experience in macroeconomic research, economic strategy, monetary policy, or fixed income research.
Strong understanding of US economic indicators and Federal Reserve policy.
Familiarity with BEA/BLS economic releases, Treasury yield curve analysis, and FOMC communications.
Experience working with economic datasets and historical data revisions.
Strong analytical and research skills.
Must be based in the United States.

Preferred Backgrounds

Sell-side or buy-side macroeconomic strategists
US macroeconomists or monetary policy economists
Former Federal Reserve or US Treasury economists
Fixed income or interest rate strategists with strong macroeconomic expertise

How do you apply to micro1?

Apply on micro1

The Apply button opens this post on micro1's own site. You apply with them, not with Rubric. Budget about 30–45 min: profile + AI interview.

Get through screening

What micro1 asks for after you apply:

Do the AI interview with Zara on a computer (not a phone)
Take any skill assessment and verify your identity
Wait to be matched to a project and sign the contract

Start work and get paid

Pay schedule: twice a month. Paid via micro1 platform wallet (contractor payments). You're paid for the work they hand out, not a fixed salary.

micro1 also needs

Computer with webcam and mic for the AI interview
Relevant degree or work history for expert roles

Red flags

Red flagWeeks of silence after the AI interview
Red flagContracts signed but no onboarding or tasks
Red flagProjects ending or changing scope without notice

What is micro1 like to work for?

Recruiting company that vets experts with an AI interviewer (Zara) and staffs them on contract AI-training and evaluation projects for AI labs.

Advertised pay	$15–135/hr
Getting in	Some screening
Application takes	~30–45 min: profile + AI interview
How you get paid	Twice a month, via micro1 platform wallet (contractor payments)
Payout record	Some delays
Countries	Recruits globally with heavy hiring in South Asia, Southeast Asia, Latin America and Eastern Europe; India-based applicants are eligible for many roles.

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