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Pay

About typicalTops out at $60/hr. The typical top rate across 80 priced writing listings is $68/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

Not statedThe listing names no country.

The job description

micro1 is engaging Domain Contributor - Evaluation Specialists to support an internal project evaluating and improving advanced AI models. In this role, you'll apply your expertise to help train next-generation AI systems. Your work will shape how models learn, reason, and perform through high-quality, real-world input. Flexible, pay-per-task work across history, law, finance, journalism, and tech, for experts with prior AI training experience.

Scope of Work

Design nuanced, domain-specific tasks that probe AI model limits and surface reasoning flaws.
Author questions and scenarios demanding deep subject knowledge, beyond general understanding.
Assess AI-generated outputs, validating accuracy against authoritative, primary sources in your area of expertise.
Document clear rationales for model shortcomings, specifying missed reasoning, source errors, or nuances.
Apply detailed task guidelines and evaluation rubrics consistently to each submission.
Submit completed deliverables independently on a rolling basis, meeting project requirements for written and verbal clarity.

Preferred Qualifications

Proven hands-on experience with AI model training, annotation, RLHF, or evaluation.
Deep expertise in a core domain: history, archival or library science, law (paralegal, legal academic, compliance), finance (equity research, PE/VC, forensic accounting), journalism, or technology/industry history.
Advanced research skills with a track record of verifying complex claims against authoritative sources.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills to articulate findings and feedback.
Demonstrated ability to precisely follow detailed instructions and evaluation frameworks.
Background in adversarial or “stomp the model” task design is advantageous.
Graduate-level research, experience at a Fortune 100 company, or professional fluency in a non-English language a plus.

Compensation Structure

Compensation is output-based; experts are paid per task that meets the project specifications. The time required to complete work may vary depending on the expert’s experience and workflow. Minimum submission requirements apply. Experts must submit a minimum of tasks per week.

Start Timeline & Availability

We typically fill roles within 48 hours and are looking for experts ready to jump in right away. If selected, we expect you to start your first tasks within 24–48 hours of completing onboarding.

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.

Generalist and annotation roles start around $15–30/hr; coding, STEM and law/medicine roles commonly list $40–90/hr and occasionally more.