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Data Annotator

L3

teksystemsDenver, COyesterday

Occupations

Social Scientists and Related Workers, All OtherSocial Science Research AssistantsData Scientists

Industries

All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical ServicesAll Other Support ServicesTranslation and Interpretation Services
Overview: In this contract-based role, you will perform video-based human labeling and annotation to capture behaviors, emotions, and nonverbal cues. You'll work within a rule-driven framework, ensuring consistent, high-quality observations tied to exact moments in clips. You will adapt to changing priorities and provide concise, evidence-based rationales. This remote opportunity emphasizes careful analysis, calibration, and thoughtful interpretation in a fast-paced environment. Compensation / Benefits Medical, dental & vision 401(k) retirement plan Life insurance Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits for employees
Responsibilities:
  • Annotate behavior in video data, including emotion, intent, and nonverbal cues
  • Maintain guideline adherence and calibration/QA discipline
  • Note micro-behaviors and tie observations to specific moments in clips
  • Operate with speed and accuracy under imperfect information
  • Provide concise, evidence-based rationales grounded in observable cues
  • Adapt to changing taxonomies and priorities
  • Ask clarifying questions and improve consistency through calibration outcomes
  • Demonstrate empathy, neutrality, and cultural awareness in labeling
Key requirements:
  • Data annotation experience
  • Video annotation experience preferred
  • Academic background in Psychology, Behavioral Science, or Creative Writing
  • Fast decision-making with imperfect information
  • Strong attention to visual detail
  • Comfort with ambiguity
  • Analytical writing for rationale grounded in observations
  • Empathy and neutrality in interpretation
  • Research-oriented and coachable with calibration feedback
  • Adaptability and resilience to changing priorities
  • Open-mindedness and problem-solving mindset
  • Location in the US for a remote contract role
  • Contractual, 8 weeks with possible extension
  • EmpathyNeutralityAdaptabilityVideo annotation
  • Edge-case handling
  • Calibration and QA processes
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Level

JuniorL3

Location

Denver, CO

Occupation

Social Scientists and Related Workers, All Other

Industry

All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

Posted

yesterday

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