Physics Scientist / Researcher Remote | $20 –$30/hr

Call For Referral; India; Remote; INR 2,444,720 - 3,667,080; Part time

Job summary

A leading AI research organization is seeking a Physics Scientist/Researcher to evaluate the scientific accuracy of AI outputs. Candidates must hold a PhD or be a current PhD candidate in a relevant field, or possess a Master's with relevant experience. This fully remote, part-time position offers a flexible schedule and pays between $20-$30 per hour.

Qualifications

• PhD or current PhD candidate in relevant fields.
• Master’s degree with research or teaching experience acceptable.
• Strong analytical and mathematical reasoning skills.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate scientific accuracy and conceptual rigor of AI outputs.
• Review mathematical modeling and theoretical analysis solutions.
• Identify reasoning flaws and factual inaccuracies.
• Benchmark model performance in physics.
• Collaborate with AI research teams using proprietary tools.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Written communication

Graduate-level physics concepts

Education

PhD in Physics or related fields

Master’s degree with strong research experience

Job description

Physics Scientist / Researcher Remote | $20–$30/hr

Mercor is partnering with a leading artificial‑intelligence research lab to engage exceptional physics professionals in a high‑impact AI training and evaluation project. We are seeking PhD holders, doctoral candidates, and outstanding Master’s graduates in Physics, Applied Physics, or Engineering to help evaluate and enhance the scientific accuracy and conceptual rigor of large language models (LLMs). This role offers a unique opportunity to combine research‑level physics knowledge with cutting‑edge AI innovation while working remotely and flexibly.

Key Domains

• Fundamental & Theoretical Physics: Theoretical Mechanics, Thermodynamics, Statistical Mechanics, Theoretical Optics
• Modern & Applied Physics: Electromagnetism and Photonics, Optics and Acoustics, Atomic and Molecular Physics, Solid State and Semiconductor Physics, Biophysics
• Space & Cosmology: Astrophysics and Cosmology, Electrical and Mechanical Engineering, Control Theory and Control Engineering

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate the scientific accuracy, depth, and conceptual rigor of AI‑generated outputs across physics and applied engineering topics.
• Review solutions involving mathematical modeling, experimental design, and theoretical analysis.
• Identify and document reasoning flaws, factual inaccuracies, and conceptual errors.
• Benchmark model performance across problem sets spanning classical and modern physics.
• Collaborate asynchronously with AI research teams using proprietary tools and workflows.

Requirements

• PhD or current PhD candidate in Physics, Applied Physics, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, or related fields.
• Alternatively, Master’s graduates with strong research or teaching experience.
• Excellent command of graduate‑level physics concepts and mathematical reasoning.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and asynchronously in a remote environment.
• Location: Fully remote — based in India.
• Schedule: Flexible and asynchronous to accommodate international collaboration.
• Start Date: Immediate openings; applications reviewed on a rolling basis.

Compensation & Terms

• Hourly Rate: $20–$30 USD per hour (based on expertise and domain depth).
• Payments: Weekly via Stripe Connect for completed hours.
• Structure: Performance‑based engagement with potential for continued collaboration.

⚡ PS: Mercor reviews applications daily. Please complete your interview and onboarding steps to be considered for this opportunity.

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Part‑time

Job Function

Engineering, Information Technology, and Research

Industries

Internet Publishing