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Physics PhD Researchers

$70-$90 / hr

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Remote

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$70-$90

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Posted by Mercor

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Mercor is seeking Physics PhD’s (Graduated) for a premier project with one of the world's top AI labs.

In this role, you will contribute your subject matter expertise to a cutting-edge project involving state-of-the-art large language models. Specifically, you will help create high-quality data that will inform the future of AI innovation by coming up with difficult problems in your domain.

You're a good fit if you:

  • Received your undergraduate degree in US/UK/Canada/Western Europe

  • Received your graduate degree at a top US/UK/Canada/Western European university

  • Have high attention to detail

  • Have exceptional written and verbal communication skills

  • Have excellent proficiency in English

Here are more details about the role:

  • The role is ongoing starting in February and continuing with rolling applications

  • Experts are expected to contribute 4-6 tasks per week, each taking several hours to complete

  • The work will require rigorous physics expertise and ability to follow complex instructions

Screening Process:

  • You will need to complete a short AI interview and form - the whole application process should last 20-40 minutes

Apply today and leverage your leadership and technical expertise to advance cutting-edge AI models!

We consider all qualified applicants without regard to legally protected characteristics and provide reasonable accommodations upon request.

Contract and Payment Terms

  • You will be engaged as an independent contractor.
  • This is a fully remote role that can be completed on your own schedule.
  • Projects can be extended, shortened, or concluded early depending on needs and performance.
  • Your work at Mercor will not involve access to confidential or proprietary information from any employer, client, or institution.
  • Payments are weekly on Stripe or Wise based on services rendered.
  • Please note: We are unable to support H1-B or STEM OPT candidates at this time.

About Mercor

Mercor partners with leading AI labs and enterprises to train frontier models using human expertise. You will work on projects that focus on training and enhancing AI systems. You will be paid competitively, collaborate with leading researchers, and help shape the next generation of AI systems in your area of expertise.

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