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Physics Expert (PhD) at Mercor
posted 1 year agoPhysics Expert (PhD) | $60–80/hr | Remote
Mercor is seeking accomplished Physics PhDs to contribute expertise to a premier AI lab project. This fully remote, hourly contractor role offers flexible scheduling and the chance to shape the future of AI innovation.
- Collaborate on state-of-the-art large language model development by designing challenging physics problems and curating high-quality data.
- Work 15–20 hours per week, with potential extension up to 40 hours weekly. The project duration is a minimum of 1–2 months, starting in August with rolling applications.
- Ideal candidates hold a Physics PhD from a top US, Canadian, or European university, possess strong attention to detail, and demonstrate outstanding written and verbal English skills.
- Mercor pays weekly via Stripe Connect, and legal classification is hourly contractor.
- Screening involves a brief AI interview and written form (20–30 minutes total).
Join Mercor, a San Francisco-based leader in expert recruitment for top AI labs, and help advance cutting-edge AI models with your technical and leadership skills.
How to apply for this role
- Upload your resume — keep it up-to-date and in English. Mercor will auto-fill your profile from it.
- Complete the AI interview — a 15-minute conversation about your experience. Be ready to discuss specific projects and challenges you've solved.
- Submit your application — only about 20% of applicants finish all the steps, so completing yours puts you well ahead.