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Freelance Research Physicist with Python Expertise

MindriftRemote — Uruguay
Remote Part-time $17/hr - $17/hr

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Experience Level

Experience

Qualifications

Degree in Physics (Theoretical, Experimental, or Computational) or related fields;Proficiency in Python for numerical validation. Familiarity with MATLAB, R, C, SQL, Numpy, Pandas, SciPy, or similar libraries is acceptable;At least 2 years of relevant professional experience in applied research or teaching;Hands-on experience with numerical simulation methods;Ability to design problems that reflect real physics research workflows;Creative problem design skills across various physics domains;Knowledge of physics modeling and approximation techniques;Strong written English proficiency (C1+).

About the job

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

About Mindrift

Mindrift connects skilled professionals with project-based AI work for leading technology companies. Projects focus on testing, evaluating, and improving AI systems. This is a project-based, non-permanent role.

Role Overview

As a Freelance Research Physicist with Python expertise, each project brings new challenges. Contributors may work on tasks such as:

  • Designing original computational physics problems that reflect real research workflows
  • Developing Python-based problems using libraries like Numpy, SciPy, and Sympy
  • Ensuring problems are computationally intensive and not easily solved by hand
  • Creating scenarios requiring advanced reasoning in mechanics, electromagnetism, thermodynamics, and quantum mechanics
  • Drawing inspiration from real research questions or practical physics applications
  • Validating solutions in Python with established physics simulation libraries
  • Documenting problem statements clearly and providing verified solutions

Who Should Apply

This contract role suits physicists with Python experience who are interested in flexible, part-time projects. Typical qualifications include:

  • Degree in Physics (theoretical, experimental, or computational) or a related field
  • Proficiency in Python for numerical validation; experience with MATLAB, R, C, SQL, Numpy, Pandas, SciPy, or similar tools is also valued
  • At least 2 years of professional experience in applied research or teaching
  • Background in numerical simulation techniques
  • Ability to design problems that mirror real-world research workflows
  • Creative approach to problem design across multiple physics areas
  • Familiarity with physics modeling and approximation methods
  • Excellent written English (C1 level or higher)

How to Get Started

Apply, complete the required qualifications, join a project, and finish assigned tasks to receive payment.

Project Details

Tasks are estimated to require 10–20 hours per week during active phases, depending on project needs. This is an approximate range and not a guaranteed workload.

Compensation

Contributors may earn up to $17 per hour, depending on expertise and pace. Actual pay can vary by project scope, complexity, and required skills. Other projects on the platform may offer different rates based on their needs.

About Mindrift

Mindrift specializes in connecting skilled professionals with innovative, project-based AI opportunities for leading technology firms, focusing on the improvement and evaluation of AI systems.

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