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Oncologist

  • Contract: Contract
  • Who can apply: United States
  • Posted Oct 8, 2026

In short

This remote freelance role asks oncologists to help an AI research lab improve how its models reason about cancer care. You would test AI answers on realistic cases, especially clinical trials, patient eligibility, and treatment choices. It may suit doctors who want to use their clinical experience in AI research.

What you will do

  • Write realistic cancer cases, especially about clinical trials, that show where AI answers fall short.
  • Check AI-written medical reasoning for accuracy, completeness, and agreement with current treatment guidelines.
  • Spot faulty logic, missed diagnoses, weak treatment explanations, or unsafe advice in AI answers.
  • Write clear, well-organized expert answers that show how real doctors make decisions.

What you need to apply

  • An MD degree.
  • At least 3 years of experience.
  • A fellowship in medical oncology or hematology/oncology, completed or in progress.
  • Strong written skills to explain your clinical reasoning clearly and precisely.

Who can apply

Only residents of the United States can apply for this role. It is a remote freelance contract with 70 openings.

My tip

We suggest including a short written example of how you explained a real treatment decision, since clear reasoning is at the heart of this work.

Originally published on Mercor

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