Correlation One develops the workforce’s skills for the AI economy

Enterprises and governments work with us to develop talent and close critical data, digital, and technology skills gaps. Our global programs, including Data Skills for All (DS4A) and data competitions, also empower underrepresented communities and accelerate careers.

Our mission is to create equal access to the data-driven jobs of the future. We partner with top employers and government organizations to make that a reality, including Amazon, Coca-Cola, Johnson & Johnson, USAID, U.S. Department of State, and the U.S. Department of Defense.

Our skills training programs are 100% free for learners and are delivered virtually by industry experts to minimize traditional barriers to career advancement. We take pride in fostering supportive, human-led, group learning environments that build technical proficiency and confidence in participants.

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Program/Contract Specific Information

We design assessments for clients to support their internal hiring process. Questions are focused on a variety of topics related to fields such as data analysis, financial modeling, and trading algorithms. These assessments are designed for individuals who are experts in the field of mathematics, statistics, economics, finance, or data science. The Assessment Writer will design questions with this goal in mind, ensuring the client’s candidates will be tested on their skills to employ techniques from diverse branches of applied mathematics and statistics. 

This is a contract, part-time, as-needed position that involves providing support throughout the year. Hours may vary based on project demands and operational needs. You can anticipate 5-15 hours of work per week during active projects. There will be cycles of heavy work, with cycles of downtime while your work is reviewed.

A day in the life (task and responsibilities)

  • Create assessment questions encompassing various question types and difficulty levels that are reflective of the given Mathematical and Statistical concepts and their practical applications in professional financial and trading settings.
  • Responsible for ensuring the assessment can be used as a tool to evaluate the job candidates’ skills, knowledge, and abilities. Assessment results should indicate a candidate’s ability to succeed in the job. 
  • Provide detailed, step-by-step solutions for each question, ensuring candidates can follow the reasoning and understand the problem-solving process.
  • Ensure all your questions are:
    • Accurate: Factually correct and logically sound
    • Clear: Easy to understand and free of ambiguity
    • Open to Multiple Solutions: Allow different valid approaches
    • Appropriately Challenging: Match the intended difficulty level
    • Job-Relevant: Directly tied to required skills and knowledge
    • Grammatically Correct: Free of errors or awkward phrasing
    • Balanced in Answer Choices: Provide plausible, distinct distractors
    • Conceptually Focused: Effectively test key concepts
    • Clear in Assumptions: Explicitly state necessary assumptions
    • Defined: Key terms and concepts are clearly explained
    • Inclusive: Fair and free of bias
  • Iteratively refine assessments based on constructive feedback, ensuring a continuous improvement cycle and maintaining a high standard of quality and relevance.
  • Uphold exceptional communication throughout the duration of the project, providing regular updates on your work. 

Your expertise (qualifications)

  • Master’s or higher degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Data Science, or a related field
  • [preferred] Over 3 years of industry experience in the quantitative trading, quantitative research, or finance sector in a data-oriented role, demonstrating a comprehensive understanding of the respective industry's operations and challenges.
  • 2 years of assessment writing experience
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Passion for applying data-driven approaches to real-world problems
  • Ability to work independently and adhere to deadlines
  • Proficiency in one (or both) of the following domains: 
    • Mathematics
      • Statistical Processes 
      • Statistical Modeling 
      • Classical Probability
      • Permutations and Combinations
      • Brain Teasers 
      • Number Theory
      • Linear Algebra
    • Data Science
      • Algorithms
      • Machine Learning
      • Artificial Intelligence
      • Data Analysis
      • Information Processing 
      • Logical Reasoning
      • Data Engineering

Where you are

  • This role is remote and can be located anywhere that is compatible with the EST time zone. We are headquartered in New York City and have office space in Midtown Manhattan.

Compensation

  • Compensation varies depending on the type and complexity of the question. 
  • An estimated flat rate per question is $50-100.
  • Payments are processed upon client approval.

 

Rate

Type of Complexity and Level of Difficulty

$50

Refresh (Update an existing question); Difficulty Level: Easy

$60

Refresh (Update an existing question); Difficulty Level: Hard

$70

New Question; Difficulty Level: Easy

$80

New Question; Difficulty Level: Medium 

$90

New Question; Difficulty Level: Hard

 

Note: Our assessments range from 20-50 questions. You may or may not be responsible for writing all questions. 

Correlation One’s Commitment 

Correlation One is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal opportunity for all employees and applicants. Correlation One provides a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions at Correlation One are based solely on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We encourage applicants to bring their unique skills, experiences, and outlook to our work environment. 

Correlation One is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, Correlation One strives to provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities to enable them to access the hiring process. If you need an accommodation to access the job application or interview process, please contact candidates@correlation-one.com.

 

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