MS Excel Expert

About Turing:
Based in San Francisco, California, Turing is the world’s leading research accelerator for frontier AI labs and a trusted partner for global enterprises deploying advanced AI systems. Turing supports customers in two ways: first, by accelerating frontier research with high-quality data, advanced training pipelines, plus top AI researchers who specialize in coding, reasoning, STEM, multilinguality, multimodality, and agents; and second, by applying that expertise to help enterprises transform AI from proof of concept into proprietary intelligence with systems that perform reliably, deliver measurable impact, and drive lasting results on the P&L.

Role Overview:

We are seeking a detail-oriented Data Annotator with strong expertise in Microsoft Excel to support data cleaning, annotation, validation, reporting, and quality assurance activities. The role requires high accuracy, strong analytical skills, and the ability to work efficiently with large datasets.

Key Responsibilities

• Annotate, clean, structure, and validate datasets using Excel.
• Perform advanced Excel operations such as VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, INDEX-MATCH, Pivot Tables, Conditional Formatting, Data Validation, Advanced Filters, Nested Formulas, and Text Functions.
• Review datasets for accuracy, completeness, and consistency.
• Identify discrepancies and escalate data quality issues.
• Prepare reports, trackers, and productivity summaries.
• Follow SOPs, annotation guidelines, and quality benchmarks.
• Coordinate with QA teams and project managers to meet timelines.
• Maintain confidentiality and data security standards.

Professional Qualifications

• Expert-level proficiency in Microsoft Excel is mandatory.
• 2–4 years of experience in data annotation, data operations, MIS reporting, back-office processing, or Excel-heavy roles.
• Strong knowledge of spreadsheet formulas and data manipulation.
• Excellent attention to detail, accuracy, and analytical thinking.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with Google Sheets, CSV handling, Power Query, Macros, or VBA is preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred; Excel/Data Analytics certification is an added advantage.

Perks of Freelancing With Turing:

• Work in a fully remote environment.
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge AI projects with leading LLM companies.
• Potential for contract extension based on performance and project needs.

Offer Details:

• Commitments Required : at least 4 hours per day and minimum 40 hours per week with 4 hours of overlap with PST.
• Engagement type  : Contractor assignment/freelancer (no medical/paid leave)
• Duration of contract : 8 weeks

Evaluation Process :

• Shortlisted candidates will be reviewed by our team internally and will be reached out for onboarding.