Scientific Coding Contractor (Mathematics & Python) | Freelance | Remote – Select Countries
Join Turing, the world's leading AI research accelerator, and contribute to the development of frontier large language models. In this role, you'll apply advanced mathematical expertise to design challenging problems, evaluate model limitations, and help shape the next generation of AI benchmarks.
About Turing
Based in San Francisco, Turing partners with leading AI labs and global enterprises to accelerate frontier AI research and deploy advanced AI systems. Their work spans high-quality data generation, advanced training pipelines, and expert contributors in coding, reasoning, STEM, and more.
Role Overview
You will work on projects to fine-tune large language models (LLMs) by leveraging your strong mathematical background and analytical skills. You'll design complex problems, craft step-by-step solutions, and collaborate with LLM researchers to push the boundaries of AI reasoning capabilities.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and solve challenging mathematics problems to probe LLM limitations.
- Create clear, high-quality, step-by-step solutions with well-articulated reasoning.
- Collaborate with LLM researchers to align problems with evaluation goals, particularly in abstraction, multi-step reasoning, and symbolic manipulation.
- Help define new evaluation benchmarks spanning early undergraduate to PhD-level mathematics topics.
Required Qualifications
- Master's, Ph.D., or currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Statistics, or a related field.
- Proficiency in at least three of the following tools: Magma, Macaulay2, Singular, GAP, SageMath, Polymake, 4ti2, LattE, DIPHA, PHAT, AUTO-07P, XPPAUT, Perseus, Stan, PyMC, OR-Tools, Z3, PARI/GP, or fpLLL.
- Strong research and analytical skills with a structured, logical problem-solving approach.
- Ability to explain complex mathematical concepts clearly using simple language and examples.
- Excellent written communication and remote collaboration skills.
- Self-motivated and able to work independently.
- Reliable desktop/laptop with a stable internet connection.
Engagement Details
- Commitment: 40 hours/week with a 4-hour overlap with PST
- Type: Contractor/Freelancer (no medical or paid leave benefits)
- Duration: 11 weeks
- Eligible Locations: Bangladesh, Brazil, Colombia, Egypt, Ghana, India, Indonesia, Kenya, Nigeria, Pakistan, Turkey, Vietnam
Perks
- Fully remote work environment.
- Opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge AI research with leading LLM companies.
- Potential for contract extension based on performance and project needs.
