职位描述

About the Role

This remote contract role is for physics PhD specialists who can help build advanced problem sets and evaluate AI-generated work for research labs focused on frontier technical domains. The work is intended to support AI innovation through rigorous domain expertise.

Core Work

Create demanding physics problems in areas such as string theory, quantum field theory, particle physics, and nuclear physics.
Partner with AI research teams to generate high-quality training data for large language models.
Review model responses and refine them using expert-level physics judgment.
Work on your own schedule, coordinating asynchronously while meeting assigned deadlines.
Handle roughly 4 to 6 tasks each week, with each task expected to take several hours of focused effort.

Requirements

PhD in Physics with a specialization in string theory, quantum field theory, particle physics, or nuclear physics.
Graduate-level education from the US, UK, Canada, or Western Europe.
Strong precision and care for detail.
Excellent written and spoken communication skills.
Advanced command of English.

Schedule and Start

The role is expected to begin in February, and applications are evaluated continuously as they come in.

Application Process

Submit your resume.
Complete an AI-led interview based on your resume.
Finish the application form.

Support

If you need help, support is available at support@mercor.com. Additional platform and interview details are available through the provided talent documentation.

Compensation

The pay range for this position is $70 to $90 per hour.

Additional Information

The company works with prominent AI research labs and is backed by well-known investors. The team reviews applications daily. Completion of the interview and all application steps is required to be considered.

Quantum Physicist