About the job
Please submit your CV in English and indicate your English proficiency level.
Mindrift connects professionals with project-based assignments aimed at improving and evaluating AI systems for leading technology companies. These roles are temporary and do not lead to permanent employment.
Role overview
This freelance, remote position is open to candidates located in Iowa, United States. As an AI Trainer with a focus on physics and Python, work is flexible and part-time, with hours depending on project needs. Assignments vary across different projects.
What you will do
- Design computational physics problems that reflect real research workflows.
- Create challenging tasks requiring Python programming, using libraries such as Numpy, SciPy, and Sympy.
- Ensure problems are computationally intensive and not solvable by hand in a reasonable timeframe.
- Develop problems involving advanced reasoning in areas like mechanics, electromagnetism, thermodynamics, and quantum mechanics.
- Base problem sets on real research challenges or practical physics applications.
- Verify solutions using Python and standard physics simulation tools.
- Clearly document problem statements and provide verified answers.
Requirements
- Degree in physics (theoretical, experimental, or computational) or a related discipline.
- Proficiency in Python for numerical validation. Experience with MATLAB, R, C, SQL, Numpy, Pandas, SciPy, domain-specific libraries, or Stata is a plus.
- Minimum 2 years of professional experience in applied physics, research, or teaching.
- Background in numerical simulation techniques.
- Ability to design problems that mirror real-world physics research.
- Creative approach to problem design across different physics fields.
- Familiarity with physics modeling and approximation methods.
- Strong written English skills at C1 level or higher.
Project time commitment
Estimated workload is 10–20 hours per week, depending on project requirements. This is an estimate and not a guaranteed number of hours.
Compensation
Contributors may earn up to $76 per hour, depending on expertise and contribution speed. Actual rates vary based on project scope, complexity, and required skills. Other projects on the platform may offer different rates.
How to apply
- Submit your application.
- Complete qualifications.
- Join a project.
- Finish assigned tasks.
- Receive payment.

