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:
$65–$75/hour
Location:
Remote
Commitment:
15–20 hours/week
Role Responsibilities
* Collaborate asynchronously with a team of experts in Physics.
* Craft, solve, and review challenging problems with real-world applicability.
* Elevate the quality of AI models by integrating domain expertise.
* Work independently to improve AI model performance.
* Ensure high-quality outputs in Physics through rigorous problem-solving.
Qualifications
Must-Have
* Master's or PhD in Physics from a top US university.
* Experience coding in Python and MATLAB for projects or research.
* Field-specific experience in Condensed Matter Physics, Optics, Quantum Information/Computing, Computational Physics, Astrophysics, Particle Physics.
* High attention to detail.
* Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
* Excellent proficiency in English.
* Based in the U.S., Canada, New Zealand, UK, or Australia.
Start Date
* Late December; applications reviewed on a rolling basis.
Interview Process
* Short interview to assess domain expertise.
* Paid for up to 1 hour of onboarding time, including screening and onboarding videos.
Compensation & Legal
* Legally classified as an hourly contractor for Mercor.
* Paid weekly via Stripe Connect.
Application Process (Takes 20–30 mins to complete)
* Upload resume
* AI interview based on your resume
* Submit form
Resources & Support
* For details about the interview process and platform information, please check:
* For any help or support, reach out to:
PS: Our team reviews applications daily. Please complete your AI interview and application steps to be considered for this opportunity.
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