Physics Expert with Python / Freelance AI Trainer

Mindrift; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 104,697; Part time

Job summary

A computational physics project provider in Houston seeks a designer for original computational physics problems. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Physics or related fields and proficiency in Python for validating solutions. Responsibilities include creating challenging problems that mirror real research workflows, documenting statements, and providing verified answers. The position offers compensation of up to $76 per hour, with tasks estimated at 10-20 hours weekly during project phases.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of professional experience in applied, research, or teaching.
• Ability to design computationally intensive physics problems.
• Familiarity with physics modeling and approximation techniques.

Responsibilities

• Design original computational physics problems that simulate real workflows.
• Create problems requiring Python programming to validate solutions.
• Document problem statements clearly and provide verified answers.

Skills

Python proficiency

Numerical simulation methods

Creative problem design

Strong written English (C1+)

Education

Degree in Physics or related fields

Tools

Numpy

SciPy

MATLAB

R

Job description

What This Opportunity Involves

• Design original computational physics problems that simulate real physics research workflows;
• Create problems requiring Python programming to solve (using Numpy, SciPy, Sympy);
• Ensure problems are computationally intensive and cannot be solved manually within reasonable timeframes (days/weeks);
• Develop problems requiring non‑trivial reasoning chains in mechanics, electromagnetism, thermodynamics, and quantum mechanics;
• Base problems on real research challenges or practical applications from physics practice;
• Verify solutions using Python with standard physics simulation libraries;
• Document problem statements clearly and provide verified correct answers

What We Look For

• Degree in Physics (Theoretical, Experimental, or Computational) or related fields;
• Python proficiency for numerical validation. MATLAB, R, C, SQL, Numpy, Pandas, SciPy, domain‑specific libraries, Stata or knowledge of any programming language can be equivalent;
• 2+ years of professional experience: applied, research, or teaching experience is applicable;
• Experience with numerical simulation methods;
• Ability to design problems that mirror real physics research workflows;
• Creative thinking in problem design across diverse physics areas;
• Familiarity with physics modeling and approximation techniques;
• Strong written English (C1+)

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.

Compensation

On this project, contributors can earn up to $76 per hour equivalent, depending on their level and pace of contribution.

Compensation varies across projects depending on scope, complexity, and required expertise. Please note that other projects on the platform may offer different earning levels based on their requirements.