Public Policy Economist (AI Training)

Alignerr · Cairo, Egypt · Posted 2026-04-28

About The RoleWe're looking for economists with public policy experience to help shape how AI understands and reasons about real-world policy challenges. Your expertise will directly influence the quality of AI-generated economic analysis — from regulatory frameworks to welfare programs — making a tangible impact on one of the most important technologies of our time.Organization: Alignerr (Powered by Labelbox)Type: Hourly / Task-based ContractLocation: RemoteCommitment: 10–40 hours/weekWhat You'll DoReview and evaluate AI-generated public policy questions, explanations, and economic analyses for accuracy and rigorAssess economic reasoning across areas including regulation, welfare policy, public programs, and fiscal policyProvide clear, structured feedback to improve the clarity, depth, and real-world relevance of AI outputsApply your applied economics expertise to validate scenarios, arguments, and conclusionsWork independently and asynchronously on your own schedule — no meetings requiredWho You Are3+ years of experience working or teaching in public economics, applied economics, or a closely related fieldStrong grasp of policy analysis, cost-benefit reasoning, and economic tradeoffsAble to critically evaluate written economic arguments and policy recommendationsSkilled at providing detailed, constructive written feedbackSelf-motivated and comfortable working independently on task-based projectsNice to HaveGraduate degree in Economics, Public Policy, or a related disciplineProfessional experience in government agencies, think tanks, or policy research institutionsFamiliarity with AI systems or content evaluation workflowsWhy Join UsWork on cutting-edge AI projects with top research labs shaping the future of large language modelsFully remote and flexible — work on your own schedule, from anywhereFreelance perks: autonomy, variety, and collaboration with experts across the globeContribute to meaningful work that improves how AI reasons about economics and public policyPotential for ongoing work and contract extension

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