Physics Expert

This description is a summary of our understanding of the job description. Click on 'Apply' button to find out more. Role Description Mercor is collaborating with a leading AI research group on a project to advance frontier physics problem-solving in multilingual contexts. We are seeking physics experts with either International Physics Olympiad (IPhO) or a PhD in physics. The goal of this project is to collect, organize, and curate high-level physics questions and resources from diverse international sources to support the training of cutting-edge AI models. This is a short-term, remote opportunity for those excited about applying their expertise to frontier AI research. Qualifications Background in physics with one of the following: Medalist or participant in the International Physics Olympiad (preferred) PhD in any subfield of physics Strong ability to evaluate the rigor and complexity of physics problems Multilingual background or experience working with international physics resources preferred Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills Requirements Conduct research to identify advanced physics questions and resources (in any language) Curate and organize files into a structured dataset Ensure the scientific accuracy and difficulty level of sourced materials Extract detailed reasoning frameworks and analyses from academic source materials Benefits Remote and asynchronous — set your own schedule Expected time commitment: 10–20 hours/week Short-term engagement, estimated 1–2 months Flexible participation for experts with varying availability Compensation & Contract Terms $75/hour for services rendered Independent contractor engagement Payments issued weekly via Stripe Connect Application Process Submit your resume or CV highlighting physics background and relevant achievements Complete a brief form outlining your availability and language skills Selected applicants will be contacted within a few days with next steps