Scientific Physics Labeling Expert-US

San Francisco, CA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 4 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Mercor is seeking PhD holders doctoral candidates and outstanding Masters graduates in physics and related disciplines to join a high-impact AI research initiative in partnership with a leading artificial intelligence position focuses on evaluating and advancing large language models (LLMs) by applying deep expertise in theoretical and applied physics to assess model reasoning accuracy and depth across advanced physical science domains.

Key Domains

Electromagnetism and Photonics
Thermodynamics
Optics and Acoustics
Theoretical Optics
Theoretical Mechanics
Statistical Mechanics
Atomic and Molecular Physics
Solid State Physics
Semiconductor Physics
Fluid Physics
Astrophysics and Cosmology
Biophysics
Electrical Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Control Theory and Control Engineering

Key Responsibilities

Evaluate scientific correctness conceptual rigor and depth of LLM-generated responses across physics and engineering topics.
Review outputs involving mathematical modeling experimental methods and theoretical frameworks in physics.
Identify factual errors reasoning flaws and conceptual misunderstandings in model outputs.
Benchmark model performance on advanced physics and applied engineering problems.
Work independently and asynchronously using proprietary evaluation tools.

Requirements

PhD (or PhD candidate) in Physics Applied Physics Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field.
Strong command of graduate-level physics and mathematical reasoning.
Excellent written communication and analytical abilities.
Ability to work independently in a remote asynchronous setting.
Proficiency in Python for scientific analysis or model evaluation preferred.

Role Details

Part-time (30 hours/week)
Remote and asynchronous work environment
Flexible schedule to accommodate global contributors

Compensation

Contractor position via Mercor
$50$60/hour depending on expertise and domain depth
Weekly payments through Stripe Connect

About Mercor

Mercor is a San Francisco-based company connecting top professionals with leading AI initiatives. Investors include Benchmark General Catalyst Adam DAngelo Larry Summers and Jack Dorsey.