Remote Applied Physicist for AI Physics Vetting

Alignerr; Wellington; On-site; NZD 83,000 - 165,000; Part time

Job summary

Alignerr seeks PhD-level Applied Physicists to stress-test cutting-edge Large Language Models, exposing gaps in physical reasoning and preventing violations of fundamental laws. This remote, hourly-contract role targets researchers who can craft advanced physics problems and provide golden solutions with precise units and constants.

No prior AI experience is required; deep domain mastery and scientific rigor are essential for meaningful, high-impact work on your own schedule.

Qualifications

• Holds a PhD (completed or in final stages) in Applied Physics, Physics, Engineering Physics, or a closely related field
• Deep mastery of the core pillars of physics — Classical Mechanics, Electrodynamics, Statistical Mechanics, and Quantum Mechanics
• Exceptional ability to communicate complex physical phenomena and mathematical derivations in clear, structured English
• Uncompromising precision with units, scientific notation, dimensional analysis, and the logical flow of a proof
• Self-motivated and reliable when working independently on task-based assignments
• No prior AI or machine learning experience required

Responsibilities

• Design Advanced Problems — Craft complex, open-ended physics problems at PhD qualifying exam level, requiring multi-step logical reasoning and rigorous mathematical derivation
• Author Ground-Truth Solutions — Produce precise, step-by-step “golden responses” where every physical constant, unit conversion, and logical step is airtight
• Audit AI Reasoning — Evaluate AI-generated proofs and simulations for physical consistency, identifying where models hallucinate physics that violates first principles
• Refine Model Behaviour — Provide structured, expert feedback to improve AI reasoning in areas like conservation laws, boundary conditions, and physics-informed constraints
• Work Across Core Domains — Engage with topics spanning Classical Mechanics, Electrodynamics, Statistical Mechanics, Quantum Mechanics, and beyond

Skills

Quantum mechanics

Electrodynamics

Thermodynamics

Classical mechanics

Statistical mechanics

Physics communication

Education

PhD completed or in final stages in Applied Physics / Physics

Tools

Python (NumPy/SciPy)

MATLAB

COMSOL

Job description

Alignerr seeks PhD-level Applied Physicists to stress-test cutting-edge Large Language Models, exposing gaps in physical reasoning and preventing violations of fundamental laws. This remote, hourly-contract role targets researchers who can craft advanced physics problems and provide golden solutions with precise units and constants.

No prior AI experience is required; deep domain mastery and scientific rigor are essential for meaningful, high-impact work on your own schedule.