Physics Domain Expert (Remote | $90–$140/hr)
Position: Physics Domain Expert
Type: Hourly Contract
Compensation: $90–$140 per hour
Location: Remote (United States)
About the Opportunity
A leading AI research project is seeking senior physicists to improve how frontier AI models reason about real-world physics research. You will apply your research expertise to evaluate model outputs, develop rigorous reference solutions, and design challenging benchmarks that measure scientific reasoning.
Key Responsibilities
- Review physics tasks and AI-generated outputs for scientific accuracy, flawed derivations, and unsupported assumptions.
- Write precise problem specifications and rigorous reference solutions.
- Develop research-level problems and benchmarks in your area of specialization.
- Collaborate with researchers to establish clear evaluation criteria.
- Provide structured feedback on the quality and reliability of physics reasoning.
Required Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Astrophysics, Applied Physics, or a closely related field.
- Senior research experience as a faculty member, principal investigator, staff or senior scientist, or equivalent.
- Deep specialization in at least one physics domain, such as condensed matter, particle physics, astrophysics, cosmology, quantum physics, or computational physics.
- Strong peer-reviewed publication record.
- Hands-on experience using large language models and evaluating scientific reasoning.
- Excellent written communication and analytical skills.
- Must be based in the United States.
Preferred Qualifications
- Recognition through competitive research fellowships, awards, or similar achievements.
Compensation
- $90–$140 per hour.
- Remote hourly contract opportunity.
Application Process
The application process was not specified in the provided listing.
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