Physics Researcher (Python) - Freelance AI Trainer

Mindrift; Minnesota; Remote; USD 75,768; Part time

Job summary

A project-based AI opportunities provider seeks physicists for flexible, part-time roles focusing on AI evaluations. Ideal candidates have a degree in Physics or related fields, strong Python skills for validation, and over 3 years of professional experience. Compensation is up to $55 per hour, depending on expertise and project requirements. Responsibilities include designing physics problems and validating AI solutions using Python libraries. This role offers an opportunity to work on cutting-edge AI projects while maintaining flexibility.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional physics experience.
• Experience in international or applied projects is advantageous.
• Professional certifications (e.g., CPhys, EurPhys, MInstP) are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design rigorously physics problems reflecting professional practice.
• Evaluate AI solutions for correctness and assumptions.
• Validate calculations or simulations using Python.

Skills

Strong written English (C1/C2)

Python proficiency for numerical validation

Education

Degree in Physics or related fields

Tools

NumPy

Pandas

SciPy

Job description

Please submit your CV in English and indicate your level of English proficiency.

Overview

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

• 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 experience in Python and is 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.

Compensation

On this project, contributors can earn up to $55 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.