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Physics PhD Experts (General Relativity, Astrophysics & Cosmology)

Key Facts

Remote From: 
Part time
English

Other Skills

  • Non-Verbal Communication
  • Time Management
  • Detail Oriented

Roles & Responsibilities

  • PhD in Physics with specialization in General Relativity, Astrophysics, or Cosmology
  • Graduate degree from a university in the US, UK, Canada, or Western Europe
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Excellent written and verbal communication with high proficiency in English

Requirements:

  • Apply subject matter expertise to a cutting-edge initiative involving advanced large language models (LLMs)
  • Design challenging domain-specific problems and contribute to the creation of high-quality technical datasets
  • Provide deep physics insights to support the development of next-generation AI systems
  • Work as an independent contractor on a fully remote schedule, typically completing 4–6 tasks per week

Job description

This role is for one of our clients

Compensation: $70-$90 per hour

We are seeking PhD-level Physics experts specializing in General Relativity, Astrophysics, or Cosmology to contribute to a high-impact project with a leading AI research organization.

In this role, you will apply your subject matter expertise to a cutting-edge initiative involving advanced large language models (LLMs). You will help create high-quality technical datasets that support the development of next-generation AI systems by designing challenging domain-specific problems and contributing deep physics insights.

Requirements

Ideal Candidate Profile

You may be a strong fit for this role if you:

  • Hold a PhD in Physics with specialization in General Relativity, Astrophysics, or Cosmology
  • Obtained your graduate degree from a university in the US, UK, Canada, or Western Europe
  • Possess strong attention to detail
  • Have excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Demonstrate high proficiency in English

Role Details

  • The project is ongoing with rolling applications and expected to begin in February
  • Experts are expected to complete 4–6 tasks per week, with each task requiring several hours to complete
  • The work requires rigorous physics expertise and the ability to follow detailed and complex instructions

Screening Process

  • Applicants will complete a short AI interview and application form
  • The entire application process typically takes 20–40 minutes

Contract and Payment Terms

  • Engagement will be as an independent contractor
  • This is a fully remote role that can be completed on your own schedule
  • Projects may be extended, shortened, or concluded early depending on project needs and performance
  • Work will not involve access to confidential or proprietary information from any employer, client, or institution
  • Payments are issued weekly via Stripe or Wise based on services rendered

Please note: Candidates requiring H1-B or STEM OPT sponsorship cannot be supported for this role at this time.

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