Physics Expert (PhD) at Mercor

Physics 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.