[Hiring] Database Administrator @Prolific Academic

Role Description

We're looking for a Database Administrator to join our Expert Network to help train and evaluate cutting-edge AI models using real data expertise. If you have the necessary experience, we'll send you a quick 10- to 15-minute test to assess your skills and suitability for AI tasks. If successful, you'll be invited to join Prolific as a participant, where you'll get paid to train and evaluate powerful AI models.

Researchers looking for your skills tend to pay up to $25 per hour. You must be prepared to complete paid tasks that require one hour of uninterrupted work, though many are shorter.

Qualifications

• Years of experience in high-volume data entry, data processing, database management, or records administration.
• A proven track record of maintaining high accuracy rates across large datasets, with a sharp eye for inconsistencies, duplicates, and formatting errors.
• High typing speed and the ability to process structured and unstructured data quickly without sacrificing quality.
• Familiarity with data formats, validation rules, and the ability to identify when AI-generated outputs contain logical or factual errors.
• Solid written English skills sufficient to assess clarity and correctness in AI-generated text.
• Multilingual capabilities are a significant plus, especially for evaluating data quality across localized datasets.
• A PayPal account to receive payment from our clients.

Requirements

• Evaluate AI-generated data entries, extractions, and structured records for accuracy, completeness, and formatting consistency.
• Create realistic data entry scenarios and edge cases to test how AI handles messy inputs, ambiguous fields, or conflicting records.
• Review AI-produced data for errors in categorization, labeling, or field mapping, and flag issues against standard data quality rubrics.
• Tag and classify data samples to help AI models learn correct data structures, formats, and validation rules.
• Compare AI outputs against established data entry standards to ensure they meet professional accuracy and consistency benchmarks.

Key Technologies

• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets, or database platforms such as Airtable, SQL, or Access.
• Experience with CRM platforms, ERP systems, or document management tools.
• Familiarity with Confluence, Notion, or similar platforms for referencing data standards and internal guidelines.

Benefits

• Chance to influence the AI models of the future using professional legal expertise.
• Competitive pay rates.
• Flexible hours.
• Ability to work from home.