Company Introduction
Mercor connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. Headquartered in San Francisco, our investors include Benchmark , General Catalyst , Peter Thiel , Adam D'Angelo , Larry Summers , and Jack Dorsey .
Role Overview
- Position : Physics Professional – Independent Contractor, Remote
- Commitment : Part-time, 20 hours / week (potential to extend to 40 hours / week)
- Duration : 1–2 months
- Join an exciting collaboration with a top AI research lab. Contribute to developing AI systems replicating real-world workflows in physics.
Responsibilities
Create and assess complex problems in physics across subdomains like classical mechanics, electromagnetism, quantum mechanics, thermodynamics, statistical physics, and relativity.Evaluate AI-generated responses for conceptual accuracy, mathematical rigor, and domain relevance.Provide clear written feedback on physics problem sets and solutions.Collaborate asynchronously with AI researchers and engineers to iterate and improve model performance.Ensure scientific accuracy and academic precision in all physics content used to train or evaluate AI systems.Requirements / Qualifications
Must-Have Qualifications
PhD in Physics or a directly related field from a top university2+ years of academic or professional experience in research, publication, teaching, or as a scientist, engineer, or researcherDeep subject-matter expertise across core areas of physicsExceptional written and verbal communication skillsStrong attention to detail and analytical thinkingEngagement Details
Compensation : $70–$85 USD / hrContract Type : Independent contractorSchedule : Fully remote and asynchronous – flexible working hoursPayment : Weekly via Stripe ConnectApplication Process (Takes 20-30 mins to complete)
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Skills Required
Physics, Analytical Thinking