Stochastic Biophysics PhD - Expert

About the role

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: Stochastic Biophysics Physicist (PhD). Type: Contract. Location: Remote.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate research-level physics problems in stochastic autocatalytic growth and related areas.
• Develop and solve complex problems using chemical master equation, branching processes, and other advanced methods.
• Review and audit completed work for accuracy and completeness in reaction‑network dynamics.
• Collaborate with specialists to ensure independent verification of written reasoning.
• Work independently and asynchronously to meet deadlines without fixed hours.

Qualifications

Must‑have

• PhD in biophysics, statistical physics, applied mathematics, or a closely related field.
• Published work on stochastic growth or reaction‑network dynamics.
• Verifiable publication record with first‑author papers.
• Working proficiency with LaTeX, Python, SymPy, and Jupyter.
• English at B2 level or above, including written reasoning.

Preferred

• Familiarity with an agentic coding extension in VS Code.

Skills

LaTeX, Python, SymPy, Jupyter; English proficiency (B2+).

Pay

$80–$110 per hour.

Schedule

Contract role; 8‑ to 10‑week duration; expected commitment of 10 hours per week; remote work; asynchronous schedule.