Aidan C.-AI Training Specialist • Mathematics BSc Student, Durham University
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Experience
RLHF Generalist
Mercor
- Deliver Reinforcement Learning from Human Feedback (RLHF) for a frontier AI model in partnership with a leading AI company.
- Leverage Mathematics and Science expertise to evaluate, critique, and improve model responses on complex STEM problems as part of a generalist project.
- Rate model outputs for accuracy, clarity, reasoning quality, and instructional alignment, contributing to measurable improvements in response quality.
- Provide detailed, structured written feedback that serves directly as fine-tuning signal for the model.
Generalist AI Trainer
Data Annotation
- Annotate and evaluate AI-generated content across a broad range of domains and task types.
- Assess outputs for factual correctness, coherence, helpfulness, and safety in line with platform guidelines.
AI Content Reviewer
Outlier AI
- Reviewed and rated over 200 audio, visual, and text outputs from leading AI models, providing actionable quality feedback.
- Identified failure modes and edge cases in multimodal AI outputs to support model evaluation and improvement.
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Experienced in Information Technology.
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Experienced in Quality Assurance, Research and Development, and Information Technology.
Summary
Mathematics undergraduate with hands-on experience in RLHF, data annotation, and AI model evaluation across text, audio, and visual modalities, with a focus on text-based models. Combines rigorous analytical training with proven expertise in mathematical reasoning tasks, scientific fact-checking, and structured feedback delivery. A track record of contributing to frontier AI model improvement across multiple platforms, with a particular strength in evaluating and refining mathematical explanations and STEM reasoning.
Skills
Mathematical & Scientific Reasoning
- University-Level Proof-Writing And Problem-Solving Across Pure And Applied Mathematics.
- Ability To Identify Logical Errors, Unsound Arguments, And Mathematical Inaccuracies In Ai Outputs — Core Skill For Stem-Focused Annotation Tasks.
Technical Skills
- Python – Pytorch, Numpy – Created A Gan Based On A Public Dataset.
- Latex – Professional Typesetting Of Mathematical Reports And Proofs.
Written Communication & Editorial
- Chief Editor Of School'S Academic Science Magazine Distributed To Secondary School Students, Managing A Team Of 20+ Writers And Editors.
- Fact-Checked And Proofread Technical Articles; Enforced Citation And Copyright Standards — Mirrors The Structured, Accuracy-Focused Approach Required For Ai Training Feedback.
Attention To Detail, Focus & Teamwork
- Daily Proof-Writing At University Demands Rigorous Logical Precision And The Ability To Hold Complex Multi-Step Arguments In Mind — Skills That Transfer Directly To Careful Ai Output Evaluation.
- Tenor With The Chapel Choir Of St Hild And St Bede College, Durham — Performing Choral Music Requires Close Listening, Adapting In Real Time To Other Singers, And Learning New Pieces Each Week For Services.
- Over 10 Years' Experience As A Guitarist And Vocalist. Sustained Musical Practice Builds The Focused, Detail-Oriented Discipline Required For High-Quality Annotation Work.
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Education
Durham University
Mathematics BSc · Mathematics · United Kingdom
The Skinners' School
A Levels · Royal Tunbridge Wells, United Kingdom
The Skinners' School
GCSEs · Royal Tunbridge Wells, United Kingdom
Certifications & licenses
British Chemistry Olympiad Gold Certificate
Freestanding Mathematics Qualification Level 3 (A)
Grade 8 Guitar with Distinction
Trinity College London
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Aidan speaks the following languages: English (Native), German (Intermediate), French (Intermediate).
Aidan has at least 1 year of experience. During this time, Aidan has worked in at least 3 different roles and for 3 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 3 months. Note that Aidan may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.
Based on recent experience, Aidan would be well-suited for roles such as: RLHF Generalist, Generalist AI Trainer, AI Content Reviewer.
Aidan's most recent position is RLHF Generalist at Mercor.
In recent years, Aidan has worked for Mercor, Data Annotation, and Outlier AI.
Aidan is most experienced in industries like Information Technology.
Aidan is most experienced in business areas like Quality Assurance, Research and Development, and Information Technology.
Aidan holds a Bachelor in Mathematics from Durham University.
Aidan has 3 certificates. These include: British Chemistry Olympiad Gold Certificate, Freestanding Mathematics Qualification Level 3 (A), and Grade 8 Guitar with Distinction.
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