Research Physicist

Outlier; Boston (MA); Remote; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading expert platform is seeking advanced Physics experts to evaluate AI-generated content, develop questions, and assess AI responses. Candidates should have a Master’s degree or higher in Physics, with strong research experience preferred. Competitive pay rates ranging from $30 to $50 per hour, with opportunities for higher-paying projects based on performance.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher in Physics or related field.
• Strong preference for candidates with peer-reviewed publications.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate AI-generated content for factual accuracy in Physics.
• Develop and answer Physics-related questions.

Skills

English Proficiency

Education

Master’s degree in Physics

PhD in Physics

Job description

About Outlier
Outlier is the world’s leading expert platform, connecting a network of over 100,000 contributors worldwide to improve AI models by providing expert human feedback. We partner with companies including OpenAI, Meta, and Microsoft to enable advanced generative AI models to provide accurate responses and advanced reasoning capabilities.

We are looking for advanced Physics experts to:

1. Evaluate AI-generated content for factual accuracy and relevance in Physics.
2. Develop and answer Physics-related questions to refine AI understanding.
3. Assess and rank AI responses based on scientific rigor.

Required expertise and qualifications:

1. Education: Master’s degree or higher (PhD preferred) in Physics or a related field (can be currently enrolled).
2. Research Experience: Strong preference for candidates with peer-reviewed publications, patents, conference presentations, research grants, or industry R&D contributions.
3. English Proficiency: Ability to read and write with minimal errors.

Bonus Skills:

AI model training experience is not required but helpful.

Payment:

Currently, pay rates for core project work by Physics experts range from $30 to $50 per hour USD but vary based on your geographic location. Opportunities for higher-paying research projects are available based on performance.

Rates vary depending on expertise, skills assessment, location, project need, and other factors. Higher rates may be offered to PhDs. For non-core work, such as during initial onboarding or overtime phases, lower rates may apply. Some projects offer incentive payments. Please review the payment terms for each project.