Freelance Physicist & Python Expert - AI Trainer

Mindrift; Austin (TX); Remote; USD 62,508 - 89,027; Part time

Job summary

A leading AI consultancy is seeking physicists for project-based roles focused on evaluating AI solutions. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Physics or a related field and 3+ years of experience. Responsibilities include designing physics problems and validating AI solutions using Python. This part-time role offers flexibility, with compensation up to $55 per hour based on expertise. Contributions are project-based, not permanent employment.

Qualifications

• Degree in Physics, Engineering Physics, or related fields required.
• 3+ years of professional physics experience preferred.
• Strong proficiency in Python for numerical validation.

Responsibilities

• Design rigorous physics problems.
• Evaluate AI solutions for correctness.
• Validate calculations using Python.

Skills

Strong Python proficiency

Strong written English (C1/C2)

3+ years of professional physics experience

Education

Degree in Physics or related fields

Job description

Overview

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

While each project involves unique tasks, contributors may:

• 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

This opportunity is a good fit for physicists with an experience in python open to part-time, non-permanent projects. Ideally, contributors will have:

• 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 $55/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