About the job
Please submit your CV in English and include your English proficiency level.
Mindrift connects specialists with AI projects from leading technology companies. Work centers on evaluating, testing, and improving AI systems. All roles are project-based and not permanent employment.
Role overview
As a Freelance AI Trainer - Research Physicist, contributors take on projects that blend advanced physics with artificial intelligence. Assignments focus on creating and documenting challenging physics problems, often modeled on real research workflows. Some problems require significant computational resources and involve complex reasoning in areas such as mechanics, electromagnetism, thermodynamics, and quantum mechanics. Tasks include:
- Developing original optics problems inspired by research practices
- Designing computationally intensive problems not easily solved manually
- Creating multi-domain physics problems based on authentic research or practical applications
- Clearly documenting problem statements and providing verified solutions
Requirements
- Degree in Physics (theoretical, experimental, or computational), or a closely related field
- At least 2 years of professional experience in applied, research, or teaching settings
- Experience with numerical simulation methods
- Ability to design problems that reflect real research workflows
- Strong problem-solving skills across multiple physics domains
- Familiarity with modeling and approximation techniques in physics
- Exceptional written English (C1+ level)
Application process
- Apply
- Complete qualification assessments
- Join a project
- Finish assigned tasks
- Receive compensation
Time commitment
Project phases typically require 10–20 hours per week. Actual workload depends on project needs and is not guaranteed outside active periods.
Compensation
Earn up to $76 per hour, depending on contribution and pace. Rates may vary by project based on scope, complexity, and expertise required. Other projects on the Mindrift platform may offer different rates.
This is a remote position based in Iowa, United States.
