Physics Subject Matter Expert – AI Training Specialist

Job summary

Design rigorous physics problems and develop clear, step-by-step solutions across multiple physics domains. Evaluate AI-generated answers for accuracy and reasoning, help refine physics benchmarks, and provide actionable feedback to improve AI systems.

Job details

Physics Subject Matter Expert (AI Training) About The Role We're looking for physics experts in Toronto and across Canada to help train and evaluate cutting-edge AI models. Your deep understanding of physics will directly shape how AI reasons through complex problems — from undergraduate mechanics to graduate-level electromagnetism and beyond. This is a fully remote, flexible contract role where your subject matter expertise is the most valuable thing you bring. No AI background required. Organization: Alignerr Type: Hourly Contract Location: Remote (Toronto, Canada) Commitment: 10–40 hours/week What You'll Do Design challenging, rigorous physics problems across domains such as mechanics, electromagnetism, thermodynamics, and quantum physics Develop clear, step-by-step solutions that demonstrate precise reasoning and logical structure Evaluate AI-generated responses for scientific accuracy, depth of reasoning, and quality of explanation Collaborate with researchers to develop and refine benchmarks spanning undergraduate to Masters-level physics Provide structured, actionable feedback that helps AI systems reason more like expert physicists Who You Are Currently pursuing or have completed a Masters degree in Physics, Applied Physics, or a closely related field — from University of Toronto, UBC, McGill, or equivalent Strong physics reasoning and problem-solving skills across multiple advanced domains Able to communicate complex concepts clearly and concisely in writing Detail-oriented with a systematic approach to quality and accuracy Self-motivated and comfortable working independently and asynchronously No prior AI experience required Nice to Have Experience with data annotation, evaluation systems, or academic content creation Familiarity with AI or machine learning concepts Background in research, tutoring, or technical writing Why Join Us Work directly on frontier AI projects in partnership with leading AI research labs Fully remote and async — work on your own schedule from anywhere Freelance perks: high autonomy, variety, and global collaboration Contribute to meaningful work that advances the state of AI in STEM Potential for ongoing contract renewals and expanded project scope

What you’ll do

Design rigorous physics problems and develop clear, step-by-step solutions across multiple physics domains. Evaluate AI-generated answers for accuracy and reasoning, help refine physics benchmarks, and provide actionable feedback to improve AI systems.

Requirements

Applicants must be pursuing or have completed a master's degree in physics, applied physics, or a closely related field, and demonstrate strong reasoning across advanced physics topics. They should communicate clearly in writing, be detail-oriented and self-motivated, and work independently; prior AI experience is not required.

Benefits

• Flexible Schedule
• Remote Work
• High Autonomy
• Global Collaboration
• Potential Contract Renewals
• Expanded Project Scope

Listed skills

• written communication · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• Quality assurance · Preferred
• mechanics · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Physics
• Mechanics
• Electromagnetism
• Thermodynamics
• Quantum Physics
• Problem Design
• Scientific Reasoning
• Problem-Solving
• Solution Development
• AI Response Evaluation
• Scientific Accuracy Assessment
• Benchmark Development
• Written Communication
• Quality Assurance
• Data Annotation
• Technical Writing

Job areas

• Science & Research
• Technology
• Education
• Data & Analytics

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