Linguistics Expert

$200–$250/hrAlphevaRemoteWorldwide

At a glance

You bring senior linguistics expertise to AI evaluation: reviewing model responses for lost meaning and context errors, and writing reference answers and scoring criteria grounded in syntax, semantics, pragmatics, and linguistic evidence. Requires 7+ years of linguistics research or applied linguistics experience.

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  • Posted Sep 29, 2026 · 34 openings reported

About the role

Bring senior linguistics expertise to AI evaluation projects focused on syntax, semantics, pragmatics, and linguistic evidence. Review model responses and worked examples for lost meaning, inconsistent terminology, and register or context errors. Assess whether the reasoning meets professional standards for the stated task. Write reference answers and scoring criteria grounded in syntax, semantics, pragmatics, and linguistic evidence. Explain consequential errors, evidence gaps, and the reasoning behind your corrections. This is remote, project-based contract work. Scope, hours, and assignments depend on project matching; the listed hourly range applies to matched work.

What we're looking for

  • 7+ years of substantive experience in linguistics research or applied linguistics.
  • Demonstrated senior-level judgment in syntax, semantics, pragmatics, and linguistic evidence, with substantial responsibility for reviewing or delivering this work.
  • Ability to write precise reference answers, assess competing approaches, and justify corrections with traceable evidence.
Applicant countries
Worldwide

The listing explicitly welcomes applicants worldwide. Role qualifications still apply.

Openings reported
34
Work arrangement
Remote
Advertised job location
Not specified
Originally posted
2026-09-29
Last checked

How this pay compares

Language & audio: typical hourly pay on each platform, November 2026.

This role $200–$250/hrTypical across platforms $26/hr

  • micro1$48/hr33 rolesMiddle half of roles: $46–$48/hr
  • Mercor$50/hr25 rolesMiddle half of roles: $18–$75/hr
  • Alignerr$23/hr153 rolesMiddle half of roles: $23–$100/hr

Based on 211 hourly-paid roles listed in November 2026. Per-task and project rates are not included. Each platform sets its own pay.

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