Buy-Side Analyst – Finance Part-time | Hourly Contract | Remote | $105 per hour About the Role Mercor is hiring a Buy-Side Analyston behalf of afrontier AI lab.
This role focuses onresearch, financial modeling, and portfolio monitoringto identify and evaluate investment opportunities across public equities, venture capital, and alternative assets.
Unlike sell-side positions, this is aninternal-facing role— your work will directly shapeportfolio allocation and capital deployment decisions, influencing the lab's financial strategy at the intersection of AI and global markets.
Key Responsibilities Conduct in-depth financial analysis ( DCF, comparables, precedent transactions )Perform industry and company research with emphasis on AI and technology sectors Prepare investment memos, theses, and committee presentations Monitor portfolio performance , track risks, and analyze macro/sector developments Support due diligence on private investments and partnerships Ideal Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, or related field ; CFA or advanced degree preferred1–3 years of experience in buy-side research, asset management, venture capital, private equity, or investment banking Strong Excel modeling and Power Point presentation skills Familiarity with Bloomberg, Capital IQ, Pitch Book, or Fact Set Strong analytical thinking, clear communication, and attention to detail Why Join Work directly on investment decision-making for a frontier AI lab Gain exposure to cutting-edge technology and global capital markets Flexible, remote-first role with mentorship from experienced investors Shape portfolio strategy while building deep expertise in both finance and AICompensation & Contract Hourly rate: $105 USD/hr Independent contractor engagement Weekly payments via Stripe Connect Application Process Submit your resume Complete a short AI-led interview (~15 minutes)Begin project work after onboarding PS: Mercor team reviews applications daily.