Meteorologist & Weather Data Analyst

About The Job
Mercor
connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. Headquartered in San Francisco, our investors include
Benchmark
,
General Catalyst
,
Peter Thiel
,
Adam D'Angelo
,
Larry Summers
, and
Jack Dorsey
.
Position:
Meteorologist for AI Model Training
Type:
Contract
Compensation:
$45–$55/hour
Role Responsibilities

• Interpret High-Resolution Rapid Refresh (HRRR) outputs at specific time steps.
• Identify key atmospheric features such as troughs, jet streaks, fronts, instability, and convection.
• Explain physical mechanisms driving observed conditions, including vorticity advection, lift, moisture transport, and upper-level divergence.
• Produce clear, structured, and technically accurate written explanations.
• Ensure all labels are grounded strictly in HRRR data without external references.

Qualifications
Must-Have

• Degree in Meteorology / Atmospheric Science or 2+ years of operational forecasting experience.
• Strong synoptic and mesoscale analysis skills.
• Deep understanding of atmospheric dynamics and thermodynamics.
• Clear, precise technical writing ability.

Interview Process

• Behavioral interview focusing on forecast reasoning and decision-making.
• Short technical assessment involving 500 mb chart interpretation.

Application Process (Takes 20–30 mins to complete)

• Upload resume
• AI interview based on your resume
• Submit form

Resources & Support

• For details about the interview process and platform information, please check: https://talent.docs.mercor.com/welcome/welcome
• For any help or support, reach out to: support@mercor.com

*PS: Our team reviews applications daily. Please complete your AI interview and application steps to be considered for this opportunity.*
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