Cosmology Problem Designer for AI Benchmarking

Mercor; New York (NY); Remote; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercor seeks a Computational Astrophysics & Cosmology Expert to design graduate‑level problems that test AI systems on real scientific workflows. You will run simulations, interpret results, and craft experiments using Python and astrophysical libraries, especially Astropy, in Linux environments.

You’ll work independently, iterate on problem design, and refine tasks based on feedback from state-of-the-art models. A PhD or equivalent research experience in astrophysics or cosmology is preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate-level training in a relevant STEM field.
• Hands-on experience with scientific libraries and research workflows.
• Strong Python skills for problem setups and validators.

Responsibilities

• Design graduate-level computational problems using real scientific workflows.
• Test and refine problems against AI models and simulations.
• Design experiments to uncover information from data and partial results.

Skills

Python programming

Puzzle design thinking

Research experience

Education

MS or PhD in astrophysics, cosmology, or related field

Tools

Astropy

Job description

Mercor seeks a Computational Astrophysics & Cosmology Expert to design graduate‑level problems that test AI systems on real scientific workflows. You will run simulations, interpret results, and craft experiments using Python and astrophysical libraries, especially Astropy, in Linux environments.

You’ll work independently, iterate on problem design, and refine tasks based on feedback from state-of-the-art models. A PhD or equivalent research experience in astrophysics or cosmology is preferred.