Physics Expert Remote Position

Mercor; À distance; EUR 40 000 - 60 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

A leading AI talent firm is seeking a Physics Expert to develop IPhO-style problems aimed at challenging advanced AI models. This remote position requires a Master’s or PhD in physics or a proven record in competitive physics. The role includes evaluating AI solutions for correctness and providing rigorous feedback on physics problems. Excellent communication skills and attention to detail are crucial for ensuring high standards. 20-40 hours per week commitment with a contract for approximately 2 months, with potential for extension.

Qualifications

• Master’s or PhD in physics (or a related field), or Olympiad participant in IPhO.
• Deep understanding of core theoretical and experimental concepts.
• Ability to articulate reasoning and derivations clearly.

Responsabilités

• Write IPhO-style physics problems for AI challenges.
• Evaluate AI-generated solutions for correctness and clarity.
• Identify logical flaws and rigorous proofs.

Connaissances

Clear communication of reasoning

Attention to detail

Evaluation of physics problems

Advanced knowledge of physics

Formation

Master’s or PhD in physics or related field

Description du poste

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 Expert

Type

Contract

Compensation

$60–$80/hour

Location

Remote

Duration

~2 months, with extension potential

Commitment

20–40 hours/week

Role 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.

Qualifications

• Master’s or PhD in physics (or a related field), or Olympiad participant or medalist in the IPhO or equivalent competitions.
• Deep understanding of your domain’s 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.

Start Date

• Rolling start dates; setup typically within 1–2 days of approval.

Application Process (Takes 20–30 mins to complete)

• Submit your resume or CV highlighting physics background and relevant achievements.
• Complete a brief interview (20–30 minutes).
• Submit a short form detailing your experience writing problems and competing in physics competitions.

Resources & Support

• For details about the interview process and platform information, please check: https://talent.docs.mercor.com/welcome/welcome
• For any help or support, reach out to: [e-mail]

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