About the job
Please submit your CV in English and specify your proficiency level.
Toloka AI, in partnership with Mindrift, offers project-based contract work for specialists interested in advancing and evaluating AI systems for major technology companies. This freelance role is not a permanent staff position and is based remotely, with a focus on candidates in Hyderabad, Telangana, India.
Role overview
This position centers on developing challenging physics problems to support the training and evaluation of AI models. Tasks involve crafting original optics problems that reflect real research practices, as well as designing computationally demanding scenarios that require advanced reasoning in areas such as mechanics, electromagnetism, thermodynamics, and quantum mechanics. Problems should be grounded in authentic research challenges or practical applications within optics and physics. Clear documentation and verified solutions are essential for each problem set.
Requirements
- Degree in Physics (theoretical, experimental, or computational) or a related field
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience in applied research, teaching, or a similar area
- Proficiency with numerical simulation techniques
- Ability to design problems that mirror real research workflows
- Creative approach to problem-solving across various physics domains
- Familiarity with modeling and approximation methods in physics
- Strong written English skills at C1 level or above
How projects work
Applicants complete qualification steps before joining a project. Once accepted, work is assigned on a task basis, and payment is provided for completed assignments.
Time commitment
Active project phases generally require between 10 and 20 hours per week. Actual hours may vary depending on project needs, and there is no guaranteed minimum.
Compensation
Earnings can reach up to $10 per hour, depending on skill, speed, and the complexity of assigned tasks. Actual rates may differ by project.
