Physics Researcher (Python) - Freelance AI Trainer

Mindrift; Wisconsin; Remote; USD 13,776 - 75,768; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Competitive payment rates

Job summary

A leading tech consultancy is seeking specialists for project-based AI opportunities in physics. Candidates should have over 3 years of professional experience, a relevant degree, and strong proficiency in Python for validation tasks. The role involves designing and evaluating physics problems, estimating 10-20 hours of work per week when active. Compensation reaches up to $55/hour based on skills and project needs.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional physics experience.
• Strong written English (C1/C2) proficiency required.
• Proficiency in Python for numerical validation.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Professional physics experience

Strong written English (C1/C2)

Python proficiency for numerical validation

Degree in Physics or related fields

Stable internet connection

Education

Degree in Physics or related fields

Tools

Python (NumPy, Pandas, SciPy)

Job description

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

• 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

• 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