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Data Science & Analytic Methodology SME

$60–$100/hr

Published pay. The final rate depends on your test, experience and country.

Remote · Worldwide 3 openings Language: English Posted 22 Oct 2026

About this role

Role Title: Data Science & Analytic Methodology SME

Role Type: Contractor

Location: Remote

our partner is engaging Data Science & Analytic Methodology SMEs to contribute expertise to a customer's high-impact project focused on advanced analytic pipelines and large language models (LLMs). 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. No prior experience in AI is required — your domain knowledge is what matters.

Scope of Work

  • Map scaled-analysis and pipeline-integration scenarios to an established taxonomy across key evaluation areas.
  • Author detailed analytic cases that reflect authentic deployment patterns, including automated triage, enrichment, and analysis-at-scale, as well as representative failure modes in real-world settings.
  • Evaluate and grade responses based on criteria such as source handling, reasoning, understanding of limitations, and practical utility.
  • Identify and flag instances of model over-refusal that could hinder legitimate analytic workflows or disrupt pipeline continuity.
  • Document challenging edge cases, emerging methodology concerns, and provide actionable recommendations for continuous improvement.
  • Contribute clear, insightful written and verbal feedback that supports iterative, high-quality project outcomes.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Demonstrated experience integrating LLMs—such as government GPT variants—into complex data or analytic pipelines.
  • Proven capability in conducting analysis at scale, with an understanding of automation failure modes and relevant evaluation metrics.
  • Track record of teaching, mentoring, or technical leadership in data science or related analytic disciplines.
  • Expertise in authoring clear, concise technical documentation and conveying complex concepts through strong written English.
  • Exposure to the design of evaluation frameworks or benchmark systems.
  • Familiarity with defense, intelligence, or government analytic domains is highly valued.
  • Ability to operate effectively in distributed, international project environments with minimal clearance constraints.

This is a 100% remote contract role, open to applicants worldwide in the countries the employer accepts.

LLMsPipeline integrationData analyticsScaled-analysis judgmentData science

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