Applied Physics Specialist
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Applied Physics Specialist (AI Training)
About The Role
What if your deep expertise in physics could directly shape how AI understands the physical world — ensuring it never violates the laws that govern reality itself?
We're looking for PhD-level Applied Physicists to put cutting-edge Large Language Models through their paces. Your job is to probe, challenge, and stress-test AI reasoning across the hardest problems in physics — from quantum mechanics to thermodynamics — and document exactly where and how these models go wrong.
This is a fully remote, flexible contract role. No prior AI experience required — just world-class physics knowledge and a rigorous, analytical mind.
Organization: Alignerr Type: Hourly Contract Location: Remote Commitment: 10–40 hours/week
What You'll Do
Design Advanced Problems — Craft PhD qualifying exam-level physics problems that demand multi-step logical reasoning, mathematical derivation, and deep domain knowledge across quantum mechanics, electrodynamics, thermodynamics, and classical mechanics Author Gold-Standard Solutions — Write rigorous, step-by-step "golden responses" where every physical constant, unit conversion, and logical step is airtight and precise Audit AI Reasoning — Evaluate AI-generated solutions and simulations for physical consistency, identifying where models hallucinate physics that violates first principles Refine Model Behaviour — Provide structured, expert feedback that improves AI reasoning around constraints like conservation laws, boundary conditions, and symmetry principles Document Failure Modes — Build a systematic record of how and where AI reasoning breaks down in real physics scenarios, helping research teams target improvements
Who You Are
Holds a PhD (completed or near completion) in Applied Physics, Physics, Engineering Physics, or a closely related field Mastery across the core pillars: Classical Mechanics, Electrodynamics, Statistical Mechanics, and Quantum Mechanics Exceptional analytical writing skills — you can explain a complex derivation or physical phenomenon with clarity and precision Uncompromising attention to detail when it comes to units, notation, and the logical structure of a proof Self-motivated and reliable when working independently on task-based assignments No prior AI or machine learning experience required
Nice to Have
Prior experience with data annotation, scientific dataset evaluation, or quality assurance for technical content Proficiency with MATLAB, COMSOL, Python (NumPy/SciPy), or similar computational tools Experience writing or reviewing research-level benchmarks or exam problems Background in a specialised physics subfield such as condensed matter, optics, plasma physics, or astrophysics
Why Join Us
Work on high-impact AI projects alongside the world's leading AI research labs Fully remote and flexible — work when and where it suits you, on your own schedule Freelance autonomy with the structure of meaningful, intellectually engaging work Apply your expertise to problems that actually matter — helping ensure AI respects the fundamental laws of the universe Exposure to cutting-edge LLMs and direct insight into how frontier AI models are trained and evaluated Potential for ongoing work and contract extension as new projects launch
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Applied Physics Specialist
Top Benefits
About the role
Applied Physics Specialist (AI Training)
About The Role
What if your deep expertise in physics could directly shape how AI understands the physical world — ensuring it never violates the laws that govern reality itself?
We're looking for PhD-level Applied Physicists to put cutting-edge Large Language Models through their paces. Your job is to probe, challenge, and stress-test AI reasoning across the hardest problems in physics — from quantum mechanics to thermodynamics — and document exactly where and how these models go wrong.
This is a fully remote, flexible contract role. No prior AI experience required — just world-class physics knowledge and a rigorous, analytical mind.
Organization: Alignerr Type: Hourly Contract Location: Remote Commitment: 10–40 hours/week
What You'll Do
Design Advanced Problems — Craft PhD qualifying exam-level physics problems that demand multi-step logical reasoning, mathematical derivation, and deep domain knowledge across quantum mechanics, electrodynamics, thermodynamics, and classical mechanics Author Gold-Standard Solutions — Write rigorous, step-by-step "golden responses" where every physical constant, unit conversion, and logical step is airtight and precise Audit AI Reasoning — Evaluate AI-generated solutions and simulations for physical consistency, identifying where models hallucinate physics that violates first principles Refine Model Behaviour — Provide structured, expert feedback that improves AI reasoning around constraints like conservation laws, boundary conditions, and symmetry principles Document Failure Modes — Build a systematic record of how and where AI reasoning breaks down in real physics scenarios, helping research teams target improvements
Who You Are
Holds a PhD (completed or near completion) in Applied Physics, Physics, Engineering Physics, or a closely related field Mastery across the core pillars: Classical Mechanics, Electrodynamics, Statistical Mechanics, and Quantum Mechanics Exceptional analytical writing skills — you can explain a complex derivation or physical phenomenon with clarity and precision Uncompromising attention to detail when it comes to units, notation, and the logical structure of a proof Self-motivated and reliable when working independently on task-based assignments No prior AI or machine learning experience required
Nice to Have
Prior experience with data annotation, scientific dataset evaluation, or quality assurance for technical content Proficiency with MATLAB, COMSOL, Python (NumPy/SciPy), or similar computational tools Experience writing or reviewing research-level benchmarks or exam problems Background in a specialised physics subfield such as condensed matter, optics, plasma physics, or astrophysics
Why Join Us
Work on high-impact AI projects alongside the world's leading AI research labs Fully remote and flexible — work when and where it suits you, on your own schedule Freelance autonomy with the structure of meaningful, intellectually engaging work Apply your expertise to problems that actually matter — helping ensure AI respects the fundamental laws of the universe Exposure to cutting-edge LLMs and direct insight into how frontier AI models are trained and evaluated Potential for ongoing work and contract extension as new projects launch
Not the right fit? Search for Applied Physics Specialist jobs in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada