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Title: Dermatologist

Location: United States (Remote)

Specialties: Dermatology

Base: 270/hr

Summary

The role involves reviewing and annotating high-resolution dermatological images by identifying and categorizing skin lesions based on medically relevant attributes such as color, shape, and distribution. The work is fully asynchronous, remote, and focuses on medical annotation to support AI research projects, requiring 20-40 hours per week. [Mozibox Research] I went through the process to test it out and laid out my experience (I included interview tips as well): https://mozibox.com/articles/1142

Notes

Sharing interview tips and my personal experience with Mercor: https://mozibox.com/articles/1208

Added on: 05/30/2025

Full Job Description

About the Role

Mercor seeking practicing/practiced and licensed dermatologists with 10+ years of experience to assist in a medical annotation project focused on identifying and categorizing skin conditions from clinical images. The role involves labeling and annotating dermatological images with key medical characteristics, including lesion color, shape, and distribution, using medical terminology.

Responsibilities

  • Review high-resolution images of skin lesions and accurately identify the dermatological condition.
  • Categorize lesions based on medically relevant attributes, including color, shape, and distribution.
  • Ensure accuracy and consistency in labeling to meet medical and project standards.

Requirements

  • Seeking U.S.-licensed dermatologist with 10-15 years of experience in clinical practice.
  • Dermatologists licensed in Canada, UK, Australia, New Zealand, or India with equivalent experience will also be considered.
  • Strong ability to identify and describe skin conditions using medical terminology
  • Strong English fluency
  • Prior experience with medical imaging annotation is a plus but not required.

Expected Commitment

  • You will interface directly with prominent AI researchers from top labs.
  • The work is fully asynchronous and can be done around your schedule
  • We are looking for a commitment of 40 hours per week, but may accommodate between 20 and 40 hours / week for exceptional candidates.
  • This project is expected to run through the end of June 2025.
  • Successful contributions increase the odds that you are selected on future projects with Mercor
  • Please note that the advertised pay range is for U.S.-based applicants; the pay range will vary depending on where you're geographically based but we aim to keep compensation competitive for all geographic areas

Why Join Us?

  • Contribute to a cutting edge research project at the intersection of AI and medicine.
  • Flexible remote work with competitive compensation.


Note: This project is led by one of the doctors who initially started working with us on one such project and is now a FTE at the company