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: Atomic, Molecular and Optical Physicist (PhD)
Type: Contract
Compensation: $80–$110/hour
Location: Remote
Duration: 8 to 10 week
Commitment: 10 hours/week
Role Responsibilities
- Evaluate the accuracy and depth of AI-generated content in physics to strengthen reasoning and rigor in model outputs.
- Review complex physics problems for alignment with domain principles and methodologies.
- Provide clear, structured feedback to AI research teams to improve training data quality and downstream performance.
- Develop evaluation rubrics and benchmarks for assessing AI-generated physics tasks and solutions.
- Collaborate with subject matter experts to ensure consistency, relevance, and coverage across datasets.
- Work independently and asynchronously to meet deadlines while improving AI model performance.
Qualifications
Must-Have
- PhD in atomic, molecular or optical physics or a closely related field.
- Published work on the specific phenomena mentioned.
- A verifiable publication record with three to five representative papers.
- Working proficiency with LaTeX, Python, SymPy, and Jupyter.
- English at B2 or above, including written reasoning.
Resources & Support
- For details about the interview process and platform information, please check: https://talent.docs.mercor.com/welcome
- For any help or support, reach out to: support@mercor.com
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Atomic Physicist - Fully Remote employer: Mercor
Mercor is an exceptional employer that champions innovation and creativity in the AI sector, offering a fully remote work environment that promotes flexibility and independence. With a strong focus on employee growth, team members are encouraged to take ownership of their projects while benefiting from a supportive culture that values collaboration and continuous learning. Joining Mercor means being part of a forward-thinking company backed by industry leaders, where your contributions directly impact cutting-edge search technologies.
