Urdu Bilingual Generalist

Role Description

• Conduct assessment of spoken Urdu and verify audio contents.
• Watch videos of content in Urdu and provide feedback.
• Collaborate with different teams to ensure culturally relevant and linguistically accurate assessments.
• Stay up to date with current trends in Urdu language, slang, formalities, and cultural nuances.
• Evaluate the use of virtual or avatar-based platforms to deliver or evaluate Urdu language content.

Qualifications

• Native-Level Proficiency: Native fluency in Urdu.
• Cultural Expertise: Deep understanding of cultural norms, traditions, and communication etiquette.
• Current Cultural Literacy: Up to date with modern Urdu trends, slang, idioms, and regional expressions.
• Audio Requirements: Ability to listen to and watch video content through headphones on a computer.
• Nice to Have:
• Bilingual Communication Skills: High proficiency in English to explain Urdu concepts clearly and effectively.
• Tech-Savviness: Comfortable using virtual platforms and digital tools for assessments or teaching.
• Teaching Experience: Prior experience in language tutoring or teaching, especially in conversational Urdu.
• Assessment Knowledge: Familiarity with language testing methodologies and evaluation frameworks.

Requirements

• This is a remote and asynchronous role — work on your own schedule.
• The project is only expected to last 2 weeks.
• Expect to contribute at least 20 hours per week.
• You’ll be working in a structured project environment with clear goals and tools.

Application and Onboarding Process

• Submit your resume.
• Complete an AI-led interview to assess language ability and cultural proficiency. This should take around 10 minutes.
• If selected, you’ll be contacted for a follow-up conversation and onboarded shortly thereafter.

Company Description

Mercor is a San Francisco-based company connecting top-tier professionals with cutting-edge AI initiatives. Backed by investors like Benchmark, General Catalyst, Adam D’Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey, we specialize in accelerating AI development through expert human collaboration.