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Freelance Research Physicist & AI Trainer

MindriftRemote — Virginia, United States
Remote Part-time $76/hr - $76/hr

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Experience Level

Experience

Qualifications

Qualifications:Degree in Physics (Theoretical, Experimental, or Computational) or related fields;Minimum of 2 years of relevant professional experience;Experience with numerical simulations;Adept at designing problems that reflect real physics research workflows;Creative approach to problem design in diverse physics domains;Familiarity with physics modeling techniques;Strong command of written English (C1+).

About the job

Please submit your CV in English and include your English proficiency level.

Mindrift offers project-based contract roles for professionals interested in AI development and research. This Freelance Research Physicist & AI Trainer position is remote and based in Virginia, United States. The work centers on supporting AI projects for technology companies by testing, evaluating, and improving AI systems. This is not a permanent role; assignments are structured as individual projects.

Role overview

This contract focuses on creating challenging physics problems for AI training and evaluation. Tasks may include:

  • Developing original optics problems that reflect real-world research workflows
  • Designing computationally intensive problems that require days or weeks to solve
  • Building complex reasoning challenges in mechanics, electromagnetism, thermodynamics, and quantum mechanics
  • Basing problems on authentic research scenarios or practical physics applications
  • Documenting each problem clearly and providing verified solutions

Requirements

  • Degree in Physics (theoretical, experimental, or computational) or a related discipline
  • Minimum of 2 years of professional experience in applied research or teaching
  • Experience with numerical simulation techniques
  • Ability to design problems that mirror actual research workflows
  • Creative approach to building problems across physics fields
  • Understanding of physics modeling and approximation methods
  • Strong written English skills (C1 level or above)

Application process

  1. Apply
  2. Complete qualifications
  3. Join a project
  4. Work on assigned tasks
  5. Receive payment

Time commitment

During active projects, expect to spend about 10–20 hours per week. Workload may fluctuate based on project requirements.

Compensation

Rates can reach up to $76 per hour, depending on experience, pace, and the complexity of the project. Actual rates vary by assignment.

About Mindrift

Mindrift connects skilled specialists with innovative AI projects for leading technology companies, focusing on enhancing and evaluating AI systems. Join us to expand your horizons in the dynamic field of artificial intelligence.

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