Applied Physics R&D Scientist

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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