Physics Researcher (Python) - Freelance AI Trainer

Mindrift; Región Centro; Remote; MXN 341,116 - 485,832; Part time

Job summary

A consulting firm specializing in AI is seeking professionals for project-based opportunities to evaluate and improve AI systems. The role involves designing physics problems, validating simulations, and ensuring AI reasoning aligns with professional standards. Ideal candidates should have a degree in Physics, 3+ years of experience, and strong Python skills. Compensation may reach up to $17/hour based on expertise and project needs. Flexible project hours provide an estimate of 10-20 hours per week while active.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional physics experience.
• Strong written English proficiency required.
• Stable internet connection necessary.

Responsibilities

• Design rigorous physics problems reflecting professional practice.
• Evaluate AI solutions for correctness and constraints.
• Validate calculations using Python (NumPy, Pandas, SciPy).
• Improve AI reasoning to align with industry logic.
• Apply structured scoring criteria to multi-step problems.

Skills

Strong Python proficiency

English proficiency (C1/C2)

Professional physics experience

Education

Degree in Physics or related fields

Job description

Please submit your CV in English and indicate your level of English proficiency.

Mindrift connects specialists with project-based AI opportunities for leading tech companies, focused on testing, evaluating, and improving AI systems. Participation is project-based, not permanent employment.

What This Opportunity Involves

• Design rigorous physics problems reflecting professional practice;
• Evaluate AI solutions for correctness, assumptions, and constraints;
• Validate calculations or simulations using Python (NumPy, Pandas, SciPy);
• Improve AI reasoning to align with industry-standard logic;
• Apply structured scoring criteria to multi-step problems

What We Look For

• Degree in Physics or related fields, e.g. Engineering Physics, Thermodynamics, Statistical Mechanics, Optics and Acoustics, etc.
• 3+ years of professional physics experience
• Strong written English (C1/C2)
• Strong Python proficiency for numerical validation
• Stable internet connection

Professional certifications (e.g., CPhys, EurPhys, MInstP) and experience in international or applied projects are an advantage.

How It Works

Apply → Pass qualification(s) → Join a project → Complete tasks → Get paid

Project time expectations

For this project, tasks are estimated to require around 10-20 hours per week during active phases, based on project requirements. This is an estimate, not a guaranteed workload, and applies only while the project is active.

Payment

• Paid contributions, with rates up to $17/hour*
• Fixed project rate or individual rates, depending on the project
• Some projects include incentive payments
• Note: Rates vary based on expertise, skills assessment, location, project needs, and other factors. Higher rates may be offered to highly specialized experts. Lower rates may apply during onboarding or non-core project phases. Payment details are shared per project