Senior Research Scientist, PhD Physicist
3 weeks ago
Senior Research Scientist, PhD Physicist 2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants This range is provided by Mercor. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range $90.00/hr - $150.00/hr 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: Physics Expert Type: Independent Contractor Compensation: $90–$150/hour Location: Remote Duration: 5–6 weeks Commitment: Flexible, project-based Role Responsibilities Solve and evaluate challenging physics problems across diverse fields to enhance AI model reasoning. Review AI-generated proofs and solutions for correctness and rigor, ensuring high-quality outputs. Provide structured feedback to improve mathematical reasoning models and identify gaps in writing. Collaborate with AI research teams to refine model evaluation techniques and benchmarks. Work independently and asynchronously to meet deadlines while improving AI model performance. Qualifications Must-Have PhD in Physics (not applied physics or engineering) Graduated from a top 30 physics program in the US, UK, or Canada Strong background in advanced problem-solving with the ability to articulate reasoning and reference theorems Preferred Ideally active in research/academia Compensation & Legal Independent contractor arrangement Payments processed weekly via Stripe Connect Application Process (Takes 20–30 mins to complete) Submit your resume Complete an AI interview based on your resume Qualified applicants will receive follow-up within a few days with next steps Resources & Support For details about the interview process and platform information, please check: For any help or support, reach out to: PS: Our team reviews applications daily. Please complete your AI interview and application steps to be considered for this opportunity. Seniority level Not Applicable Employment type Part-time Job function Research Industries Software Development Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Mercor by 2x Sign in to set job alerts for “Senior Research Scientist” roles. We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Sr. Research Scientist PhD Physicist
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, , Canada Mercor Full timeSr. Research Scientist PhD Physicist 1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants This range is provided by Mercor. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range $90.00/hr - $150.00/hr About The Job Mercor connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs....
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, , Canada Mercor Full timePhD Physicist and Artificial Intelligence Scientist Position: AI Research Specialist Type: Contractor Location: Remote Commitment: 30 hours/week Base pay range: $50.00/hr – $60.00/hr About the job: Evaluate scientific correctness, conceptual rigor, and depth of LLM-generated responses across physics and engineering topics. Review outputs involving...
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, , Canada Mercor Full timePhD Physicist and Artificial Intelligence Scientist 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 . Base pay range $50–$60/hour Role Responsibilities Evaluate the scientific...
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Remote Physics Research Scientist
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, , Canada Mercor Full timeA leading AI research firm is looking for a Senior Research Scientist (PhD Physicist) to solve complex physics problems that enhance AI model reasoning. Candidates should have a PhD in Physics from a top 30 program in the US, UK, or Canada, along with a strong foundation in advanced problem-solving. The position offers flexible, project-based work for a...
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Remote Physicist
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, , Canada Mercor Full timeA leading AI research firm seeks a Physicist | Research Scientist for a flexible, independent contractor role. You will solve physics problems to enhance AI reasoning, review AI-generated outputs, and collaborate with research teams. Candidates must hold a PhD in Physics from a top program. This remote position offers competitive compensation of...
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Physicist | Research Scientist | $150/hr Cap
7 days ago
, , Canada Mercor Full timePhysicist | Research Scientist | $150/hr Cap Join to apply for the Physicist | Research Scientist | $150/hr Cap role at Mercor . 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 ....
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PhD Physicist
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, , Canada Mercor Full time3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants 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: AI Research Specialist Type: Contractor Compensation:...
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Remote Physicist R&D Scientist $60/hr
3 weeks ago
, , Canada Mercor Full timeRemote Physicist R&D Scientist Apply for the Remote Physicist R&D Scientist $60/hr role at Mercor Base pay: $50–$60/hr About the Job Mercor connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. Role Responsibilities Evaluate scientific correctness, conceptual rigor, and depth of LLM-generated responses in physics and engineering...
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, , Canada Mercor Full timeA leading AI research company in Canada is seeking a Remote Physicist R&D Scientist to evaluate LLM-generated responses in physics. Responsibilities include assessing scientific correctness and identifying errors in outputs. The ideal candidate holds a PhD in Physics or a closely related field and excels in analytical abilities and communication. This...
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Physicist | Research Scientist | $150/hr Cap
2 days ago
, , Canada Mercor Full timePhysicist | Research Scientist | $150/hr Cap 1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants This range is provided by Mercor. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range $90.00/hr - $150.00/hr About The Job Mercor connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs....
