Freelance Research Physicist (Remote)

Job summary

This role involves contributing to project-based AI opportunities focused on testing and improving AI systems through the design of physics-related problems.

Qualifications

• Degree in Physics (Theoretical, Experimental, or Computational) or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of professional experience in applied physics, research, or teaching.
• Experience with numerical simulation methods.
• Ability to create problems that reflect real physics research workflows.
• Creative problem design across various physics disciplines.
• Strong written English proficiency (C1+).

Responsibilities

Project time expectations

Tasks are estimated to require around 10–20 hours per week during active project phases, depending on project requirements.

Compensation

Earn up to $45 per hour, depending on experience and contribution level. Compensation may vary across different projects based on their complexity and requirements.

• Design original optics problems that simulate real physics research workflows.
• Ensure problems are computationally intensive and cannot be solved manually in a reasonable timeframe.
• Develop problems that require complex reasoning in mechanics, electromagnetism, thermodynamics, and quantum mechanics.
• Base problems on actual research challenges or practical applications in optics and physics.
• Document problem statements clearly and provide verified correct answers.