About the job
Please submit your CV in English and include your English proficiency level.
Mindrift Technologies matches subject matter experts with project-based AI work for major technology clients. Assignments focus on testing, evaluating, and improving AI systems. This is a project-based, non-permanent position.
Role overview
The Freelance Quantum Research Scientist & AI Trainer (Python) works on a variety of short-term projects. Responsibilities shift by assignment and may include:
- Designing computational physics problems that reflect real-world research workflows
- Developing problems that require Python programming to solve, using libraries such as Numpy, SciPy, and Sympy
- Creating computationally intensive tasks that are not feasible to solve manually in a reasonable time
- Formulating scenarios that involve complex reasoning in mechanics, electromagnetism, thermodynamics, and quantum mechanics
- Basing problems on authentic research challenges or practical applications in physics
- Validating solutions in Python with standard simulation libraries
- Documenting problem statements and providing verified, correct answers
Preferred qualifications
- Degree in Physics (theoretical, experimental, or computational) or a closely related field
- Strong Python programming skills for numerical validation; experience with MATLAB, R, C, SQL, Numpy, Pandas, SciPy, or similar libraries is valued
- At least 2 years of professional experience in applied, research, or teaching roles
- Background in numerical simulation methods
- Experience designing problems that mirror real physics research processes
- Creative problem-solving across physics domains
- Knowledge of physics modeling and approximation techniques
- Fluent written English at C1 level or higher
How projects work
- Apply
- Pass qualification(s)
- Join a project
- Complete assigned tasks
- Receive payment
Time commitment
During active project periods, tasks usually require about 10–20 hours per week. Actual workload depends on project needs.
Compensation
Earn up to $45 per hour, depending on expertise and task completion rate. Pay rates may vary by project scope and required skills. Other projects on the platform may offer different compensation levels.
This is a remote position based in Sweden.

