Physics Expert (PhD) Part-time NEW

Role Overview

Mercor is seeking Physics PhDs to join a premier collaboration with one of the world’s leading AI research labs. In this role, you will contribute your subject matter expertise to the development and refinement of state-of-the-art large language models. You’ll help design, review, and evaluate challenging physics problems and high-quality data that inform the next generation of AI capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and assess complex problems in physics across various subdomains such as classical mechanics, electromagnetism, quantum mechanics, thermodynamics, statistical physics, and relativity

• Evaluate AI-generated responses for conceptual accuracy, mathematical rigor, and domain relevance

• Provide clear written feedback on physics problem sets and solutions

• Collaborate asynchronously with AI researchers and engineers to iterate and improve model performance

• Ensure scientific accuracy and academic precision in all physics content used to train or evaluate AI systems

Ideal Qualifications

• PhD in Physics from a US university

• Undergraduate degree from an institution in the US, UK, or Canada

• Deep subject-matter expertise across core areas of physics

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

• Strong attention to detail and analytical thinking

• Prior teaching, research, or publication experience is a plus

Project Timeline

• Start Date: Immediately

• Duration: Minimum of 1–2 months

• Commitment: Part-time, ~20 hours/week with potential to extend to 40 hours/week

• Schedule: Fully remote and asynchronous – flexible working hours

Compensation & Contract

• Competitive hourly compensation based on experience

• Weekly payments via Stripe Connect

• Status: Independent Contractor

Application & Onboarding Process

• Submit Resume & Application Form

• AI Interview A short, 15-minute conversational session to understand your background, experience, and interest in the role

• Work Trial A paid, task-based assessment (~3 hours) to evaluate your ability to generate and review domain-specific content

About Mercor

Mercor is a San Francisco-based company specializing in connecting elite professionals with cutting-edge AI initiatives. Our investors include Benchmark, General Catalyst, Peter Thiel, Adam D’Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey. We help top AI labs accelerate progress by integrating expert human knowledge across domains.

Apply today and use your physics expertise to shape the future of AI innovation!

We consider all qualified applicants without regard to legally protected characteristics and provide reasonable accommodations upon request.

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