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Physics AI Specialist

Weekday AI (YC W21) · United States · 2 mo ago
RemoteRemoteOTHR$80/hrPart-time

Compensation

$80 per hour

About the role

We are seeking highly qualified Physics PhD professionals to contribute to a cutting-edge AI research initiative involving advanced large language models.

Responsibilities

  • Create challenging, graduate-level physics problems within your area of expertise
  • Contribute to the development of high-quality datasets used to train and evaluate AI models
  • Ensure scientific accuracy, depth, and rigor in all problem designs
  • Follow structured guidelines to produce consistent and high-quality outputs
  • Collaborate in a remote, asynchronous environment

Requirements

  • Areas of Expertise:
    • Statistical Mechanics
    • Condensed Matter
    • AMO Physics
    • Advanced Quantum Mechanics
    • Electrodynamics
    • Classical Mechanics
    • String Theory
    • Quantum Field Theory
    • Particle Physics
    • Nuclear Physics
    • General Relativity
    • Astrophysics
    • Cosmology
  • Who You Are:
    • PhD in Physics from a university in the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, or Western Europe
    • Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality work
    • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
    • High proficiency in English
    • Ability to work independently and manage complex tasks
    • Engagement Details:
      • Ongoing role starting in February with rolling applications
      • Expected contribution of 4-6 tasks per week, each requiring several hours of focused work
      • Fully remote with flexible, self-managed schedule

    Screening Process

    • Short AI-based interview and application form (approximately 20-40 minutes total)

    Additional Information

    • Independent contractor engagement
    • Work must not involve sharing confidential or proprietary information from any current or past employer or institution
    • Project scope and duration may vary based on performance and research needs
    • This opportunity does not currently support certain work authorization categories

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