Public Policy Economist (AI Training)

Alignerr is a technology-focused organization that appears to specialize in roles related to artificial intelligence and cybersecurity. The job titles suggest an emphasis on AI training, infrastructure development, and security operations, indicating potential involvement in areas such as machine learning model development, system architecture, and threat detection. While the exact nature of the company's business remains unspecified, the recurring presence of AI-related positions implies a strategic focus on integrating advanced technologies into secure and scalable systems. The inclusion of roles like Governance, Risk & Compliance Analyst and Vulnerability Management Analyst further points to an environment where regulatory adherence and risk mitigation are critical components of operations. Alignerr likely operates in a sector that requires robust technical expertise and compliance with industry standards.

About The Role We'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 Contract Location: Remote Commitment: 10–40 hours/week What You'll Do Review and evaluate AI-generated public policy questions, explanations, and economic analyses for accuracy and rigor Assess economic reasoning across areas including regulation, welfare policy, public programs, and fiscal policy Provide clear, structured feedback to improve the clarity, depth, and real-world relevance of AI outputs Apply your applied economics expertise to validate scenarios, arguments, and conclusions Work independently and asynchronously on your own schedule — no meetings required Who You Are 3+ years of experience working or teaching in public economics, applied economics, or a closely related field Strong grasp of policy analysis, cost-benefit reasoning, and economic tradeoffs Able to critically evaluate written economic arguments and policy recommendations Skilled at providing detailed, constructive written feedback Self-motivated and comfortable working independently on task-based projects Nice to Have Graduate degree in Economics, Public Policy, or a related discipline Professional experience in government agencies, think tanks, or policy research institutions Familiarity with AI systems or content evaluation workflows Why Join Us Work on cutting-edge AI projects with top research labs shaping the future of large language models Fully remote and flexible — work on your own schedule, from anywhere Freelance perks: autonomy, variety, and collaboration with experts across the globe Contribute to meaningful work that improves how AI reasons about economics and public policy Potential for ongoing work and contract extension Show more