Computational Physics Specialist | $60/hr Remote

Crossing Hurdles; United States; On-site; USD 55,104 - 82,656; Full time

Job summary

Crossing Hurdles seeks a Computational Physics Expert for remote, contract-hour engagement up to 40 hours per week. You will apply deep physics expertise to AI evaluation projects, analyze and synthesize large-scale scientific data, and develop, review, and refine quantitative models and simulations in physics domains.

You hold a PhD in physics or equivalent experience, and are proficient in Python, C++, MATLAB, and ROOT, with Monte Carlo methods or HPC workflows.

Qualifications

• PhD in physics or closely related field, or equivalent industry/research experience.
• Expertise in computational physics, scientific computing, or simulation-heavy research.
• Proficiency with Python, C++, MATLAB, and ROOT; experience with numerical simulations, Monte Carlo methods, or HPC workflows.
• Strong analytical, quantitative, and mathematical reasoning abilities.

Responsibilities

• Leverage deep expertise in computational physics to contribute high-quality insights to AI evaluation projects.
• Analyze, interpret, and synthesize large-scale scientific data sets and experimental results.
• Develop, review, and refine quantitative models, simulations, or workflows in relevant physics domains.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to inform and improve AI model capabilities in scientific reasoning.
• Apply advanced numerical methods and computational techniques to real-world physics challenges.
• Document findings and communicate complex concepts clearly in both written and verbal formats.

Skills

Computational physics

Numerical analysis

Data interpretation

Scientific computing

Education

PhD in Physics

Tools

Python

C++

MATLAB

ROOT

Job description

• Leverage deep expertise in computational physics to contribute high-quality insights to AI evaluation projects.
• Analyze, interpret, and synthesize large-scale scientific data sets and experimental results.
• Develop, review, and refine quantitative models, simulations, or workflows in relevant physics domains.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to inform and improve AI model capabilities in scientific reasoning.
• Apply advanced numerical methods and computational techniques to real-world physics challenges.
• Document findings and communicate complex concepts clearly in both written and verbal formats.

Position

Computational Physics Expert

Type

Contract

Compensation

$40 - $60/hour

Location

Remote

Commitment

10-40 hrs/week

Role Responsibilities

• Leverage deep expertise in computational physics to contribute high-quality insights to AI evaluation projects.
• Analyze, interpret, and synthesize large-scale scientific data sets and experimental results.
• Develop, review, and refine quantitative models, simulations, or workflows in relevant physics domains.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to inform and improve AI model capabilities in scientific reasoning.
• Apply advanced numerical methods and computational techniques to real-world physics challenges.
• Document findings and communicate complex concepts clearly in both written and verbal formats.

Requirements

• Have a PhD in physics or a closely related field, or equivalent industry/research experience.
• Have expertise in computational physics, scientific computing, or simulation-heavy research.
• Be proficient with Python, C++, MATLAB, and scientific tools such as ROOT.
• Have experience working with numerical simulations, Monte Carlo methods, or HPC workflows.
• Possess strong analytical, quantitative, and mathematical reasoning abilities.