Research Physicist | Up to $90/hr
About the role
About The Job Mercor connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. Headquartered in San Francisco, our investors include Benchmark , General Catalyst , Peter Thiel , Adam D'Angelo , Larry Summers , and Jack Dorsey .
Position: Physics Subject Matter Expert
Type: Contract Compensation: $70–$90/hour Location: Remote Commitment: 4–6 tasks/week Role Responsibilities
- Develop high-quality data sets by creating challenging problems in Statistical mechanics, Condensed matter physics, or Atomic, molecular and optical physics.
- Evaluate the accuracy and depth of AI-generated content to strengthen reasoning and rigor in model outputs.
- Collaborate with AI research teams to ensure data quality and relevance.
- Work independently and asynchronously to meet deadlines while improving AI model performance.
- Follow complex instructions with high attention to detail.
Qualifications Must-Have
- PhD in Physics with specialization in Statistical mechanics, condensed matter physics, or atomic, molecular and optical physics.
- Graduate degree from US/UK/Canada/Western Europe.
- High attention to detail.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent proficiency in English.
Start Date
- February; applications reviewed on a rolling basis.
Application Process (Takes 20–30 mins to complete)
- Upload resume
- AI interview based on your resume
- Submit form
Resources & Support
- For details about the interview process and platform information, please check: https://talent.docs.mercor.com/welcome/welcome
- For any help or support, reach out to: support@mercor.com
PS: Our team reviews applications daily. Please complete your AI interview and application steps to be considered for this opportunity. ,
Research Physicist | Up to $90/hr
About the role
About The Job Mercor connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. Headquartered in San Francisco, our investors include Benchmark , General Catalyst , Peter Thiel , Adam D'Angelo , Larry Summers , and Jack Dorsey .
Position: Physics Subject Matter Expert
Type: Contract Compensation: $70–$90/hour Location: Remote Commitment: 4–6 tasks/week Role Responsibilities
- Develop high-quality data sets by creating challenging problems in Statistical mechanics, Condensed matter physics, or Atomic, molecular and optical physics.
- Evaluate the accuracy and depth of AI-generated content to strengthen reasoning and rigor in model outputs.
- Collaborate with AI research teams to ensure data quality and relevance.
- Work independently and asynchronously to meet deadlines while improving AI model performance.
- Follow complex instructions with high attention to detail.
Qualifications Must-Have
- PhD in Physics with specialization in Statistical mechanics, condensed matter physics, or atomic, molecular and optical physics.
- Graduate degree from US/UK/Canada/Western Europe.
- High attention to detail.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent proficiency in English.
Start Date
- February; applications reviewed on a rolling basis.
Application Process (Takes 20–30 mins to complete)
- Upload resume
- AI interview based on your resume
- Submit form
Resources & Support
- For details about the interview process and platform information, please check: https://talent.docs.mercor.com/welcome/welcome
- For any help or support, reach out to: support@mercor.com
PS: Our team reviews applications daily. Please complete your AI interview and application steps to be considered for this opportunity. ,