Remote Researcher - Lean 4 & Formal Proofs

Alignerr Corp.; Birmingham; Remote; GBP 96,000 - 152,000; Part time

Job summary

Alignerr seeks researchers to translate advanced mathematical proofs into Lean 4 formalizations, pushing the boundaries of automated reasoning. You will work remotely on 10–40 hours per week, translating dense arguments into machine-verifiable proofs and collaborating with AI researchers to improve verification pipelines.

Ideal candidates hold a Master’s or higher in mathematics or related fields, with strong proof-writing skills and experience in Lean, Coq, Isabelle/HOL, or Agda.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in Mathematics, Logic, Theoretical Computer Science, or related field.
• Strong foundation in rigorous proof writing and formal verification.
• Experience with Lean 4 preferred; familiarity with alternative proof assistants is valuable.

Responsibilities

• Translate informal proofs into machine-verifiable Lean 4 formalizations.
• Analyze proofs to identify hidden assumptions and gaps.
• Develop readable, reproducible proof scripts in Lean idioms.
• Collaborate with AI researchers to refine verification strategies and pipelines.
• Explain proof strategies and edge cases to team members.

Skills

Formal reasoning

Proof writing

Independent working

Lean ecosystem familiarity

Education

Master's degree or higher in Mathematics, Logic, or TCS

Tools

Lean 3/4

Coq

Isabelle/HOL

Agda

Job description

Alignerr seeks researchers to translate advanced mathematical proofs into Lean 4 formalizations, pushing the boundaries of automated reasoning. You will work remotely on 10–40 hours per week, translating dense arguments into machine-verifiable proofs and collaborating with AI researchers to improve verification pipelines.

Ideal candidates hold a Master’s or higher in mathematics or related fields, with strong proof-writing skills and experience in Lean, Coq, Isabelle/HOL, or Agda.