About the job
Please submit your CV in English and specify your English proficiency level.
Toloka AI, through Mindrift, connects specialists with project-based work focused on testing, evaluating, and improving AI systems for technology companies. This freelance role is not a permanent position and offers flexibility for those interested in contributing to AI development remotely from Virginia, United States.
Role overview
This freelance research physicist position centers on creating and validating computational physics problems for AI training. Projects involve designing challenges that require Python programming and reflect authentic research workflows. The work is project-based, with hours varying according to project needs.
What you will do
- Create original computational physics problems modeled on real research scenarios.
- Design problem sets that require Python solutions, using libraries such as Numpy, SciPy, and Sympy.
- Develop computationally intensive problems that would be impractical to solve manually.
- Build scenarios involving advanced reasoning in mechanics, electromagnetism, thermodynamics, and quantum mechanics.
- Draw from real research or practical applications in physics.
- Validate solutions in Python using established simulation libraries.
- Document each problem clearly, providing verified solutions.
Requirements
- Degree in Physics (theoretical, experimental, or computational) or a closely related field.
- Strong Python skills for numerical validation. Experience with MATLAB, R, C, SQL, Numpy, Pandas, SciPy, or similar libraries is also acceptable.
- Minimum of 2 years of professional experience in research, applied work, or teaching.
- Comfort with numerical simulation techniques and modeling in physics.
- Ability to design problems that reflect real-world research challenges.
- Creative problem-solving across multiple physics domains.
- Excellent written English (C1 level or higher).
How to apply
The application process includes the following steps:
- Apply
- Pass qualifications
- Join a project
- Complete assigned tasks
- Receive compensation
Project details
During active phases, expect to spend approximately 10–20 hours per week, depending on project requirements. This estimate may change with project scope and workload.
Compensation
Contributors can earn up to $76 per hour equivalent. Actual rates depend on the nature and complexity of the work. Compensation may vary between projects based on requirements.

