Physics Expert

Mercor; Remote; EUR 40.000 - 60.000; Teilzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading talent marketplace is seeking physics experts to create original Olympiad-style physics problems that challenge AI models. The role requires proficiency in LaTeX and experience in competitive physics environments. Responsibilities include evaluating AI solutions and identifying logical flaws in proofs. This is a short-term, high-impact opportunity with flexible hours and competitive compensation ranging from $60 to $80 per hour. Mentions of independent contractor engagement and payment via Stripe.

Qualifikationen

• Olympiad medalist or equivalent experience preferred.
• Graduate researcher or educator with problem design experience.
• Deep understanding of core theoretical and experimental concepts.

Aufgaben

• Write original IPhO-style physics problems.
• Evaluate AI-generated solutions for correctness.
• Identify logical flaws in reasoning or proofs.

Kenntnisse

Proficient in LaTeX

Experience in IPhO or equivalent competitions

Strong evaluation of physics problems

Attention to detail in verifying solutions

Jobbeschreibung

1. Role Overview

Mercor is collaborating with a leading AI research lab on a project to advance frontier physics problem-solving. We are seeking physics experts with International Physics Olympiad (IPhO) experience (participants medalist problem-setters coaches graders selection committee members). The goal of this project is to create novel clear and challenging Olympiad-style physics problems that cause the frontier AI models to fail (i.e. generate an incorrect response) and support the training of cutting‑edge AI models.

This is a short‑term high impact remote opportunity for those excited about applying their expertise to frontier AI research with the possibility of extension based on performance.

2. Key Responsibilities

• Write original & advanced IPhO‑style physics problems to challenge frontier AI models
• Evaluate AI‑generated solutions for correctness, clarity and style and identify where models fail
• Identify logical flaws, incomplete reasoning or insufficiently‑rigorous proofs
• Provide clear, concise and correct solutions & chain of thought reasoning using proper LaTeX formatting
• Maintain extremely high standards of precision and problem difficulty

3. Required Qualifications

Note: Applicants must be highly proficient in writing and formatting documents using LaTeX.

You are a good fit for the project if you have any of the following experiences:

• Olympiad medalist, problem setter, coach or selection committee member in IPhO (preferred) or equivalent competitions (RPhO, CPhO, IPhO, TST, APhO, EuPhO, USAPhO, BPhO, INPhO, JPhO, UPC, IYPT, CUPT)
• Graduate researcher or educator experienced in designing advanced conceptual or quantitative problems in the sciences.
• Deep understanding of your domains’ core theoretical and experimental concepts.
• Ability to articulate reasoning and derivations clearly in written form.
• Strong ability to evaluate the rigor and complexity of physics problems.
• Rigorous attention to detail in verifying solutions.

4. More About the Opportunity

Expected commitment: 20 hours / week minimum; up to 40 hours / week available.

Approximate project length: 2 months with extension potential.

Rolling start dates; setup typically within 12 days of approval.

5. Compensation & Contract Terms

$60–80 / hr dependent on experience and performance.

Open to contributors worldwide (English proficiency required).

Independent contractor engagement.

Payments issued weekly via Stripe Connect.

6. Application Process

• Submit your resume or CV highlighting physics background and relevant achievements.
• Complete a brief interview (2030 minutes).
• Submit a short form detailing your experience writing problems and competing in physics competitions.
• Selected applicants will be contacted within a few days with next steps.

7. About Mercor

Mercor is a talent marketplace that connects top experts with leading AI labs and research organizations.

Our investors include Benchmark, General Catalyst, Adam D'Amigo, Larry Summers and Jack Dorsey.

Thousands of professionals across domains such as law, creatives, engineering and research have partnered with Mercor to contribute to frontier projects shaping the next era of AI.

We consider all qualified applicants without regard to legally protected characteristics and provide reasonable accommodations upon request.

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Employment Type: Full Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1