Remote High Energy Theory PhD for AI Research (Contract)

Mercor; San Francisco (CA); Remote; GBP 83,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercor is seeking a High Energy Physicist (PhD) for a remote contract project of 8 to 10 weeks, requiring about 10 hours per week. You will evaluate research-level physics problems to improve AI model reasoning and design verifiable solutions using LaTeX, Python, SymPy, and Jupyter.

Applicants should hold a PhD in high energy theory or closely related field, have a publication record with representative papers, and demonstrate English proficiency at B2 or higher, including written reasoning.

Qualifications

• PhD in high energy theory, nuclear theory, or closely related field.
• Published work on specific phenomena.
• Loop-calculation experience for quasi-PDF areas.
• Verifiable publication record with three to five representative papers.
• Proficiency with LaTeX, Python, SymPy, and Jupyter.
• English at B2 or above, including written reasoning.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate research-level physics problems in your subfield to enhance AI model reasoning.
• Design and solve complex physics challenges, ensuring solutions are verifiable by specialists.
• Review and audit completed work for accuracy and adherence to domain principles.
• Collaborate independently and asynchronously to meet deadlines and improve AI model performance.
• Utilize LaTeX, Python, SymPy, and Jupyter for problem-solving and documentation.

Skills

English proficiency B2

Education

PhD in high energy theory / nuclear theory or related

Tools

LaTeX

Python

SymPy

Jupyter

Job description

Mercor is seeking a High Energy Physicist (PhD) for a remote contract project of 8 to 10 weeks, requiring about 10 hours per week. You will evaluate research-level physics problems to improve AI model reasoning and design verifiable solutions using LaTeX, Python, SymPy, and Jupyter.

Applicants should hold a PhD in high energy theory or closely related field, have a publication record with representative papers, and demonstrate English proficiency at B2 or higher, including written reasoning.