Applied Physics Scientific Researcher
About the job
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 .
Position: Physics Subject Matter Expert
Type: Contract
Compensation: $70–$90/hour
Location: Remote
Commitment: 4-6 tasks/week
Role Responsibilities
- Develop challenging problems in Advanced Quantum Mechanics , Advanced Electrodynamics , or Advanced Classical Mechanics to enhance AI model training .
- Evaluate the quality and complexity of AI-generated content to ensure rigorous physics expertise .
- Collaborate with AI research teams to improve training data and model performance.
- Work independently and asynchronously to meet deadlines and contribute effectively.
- Provide structured feedback to refine AI model outputs and elevate data quality.
Qualifications
Must-Have
- PhD in Physics with specialization in Advanced Quantum Mechanics , Advanced Electrodynamics , or Advanced Classical Mechanics .
- Graduate degree from US/UK/Canada/Western Europe .
- High attention to detail .
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills .
- Excellent proficiency in English .
Start Date
- February ; applications reviewed on a rolling basis.
Application Process (Takes 20–30 mins to complete)
- Upload resume
- AI interview based on your resume
- Submit form
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