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Physics Subject Matter Expert (AI Training)

Key Facts

Remote From: 
Category:  Physicist
Fixed term
English

Other Skills

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    Analytical Thinking
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    Problem Solving
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Roles & Responsibilities

  • Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in Physics or a closely related field.
  • Strong understanding of Classical Mechanics, Electromagnetism, Thermodynamics, Quantum Mechanics, Modern Physics, and related concepts.
  • Experience writing research papers, technical reports, experimental documentation, or scientific publications.
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking abilities.

Requirements:

  • Evaluate and annotate scientific data, equations, and experimental findings across various physics disciplines.
  • Create and review problem sets, technical explanations, research summaries, and analytical write-ups covering both foundational and advanced physics concepts.
  • Assess AI-generated responses for technical correctness, logical reasoning, and scientific rigor.
  • Work collaboratively with project managers and subject matter experts in a remote environment.

Job description

This role is for one of our clients

$20 - $40/hourpay

Role Title: Physics Subject Matter Expert (AI Training)

Role Type: Contractor

Location: Remote

We are seeking a Physics Subject Matter Expert to contribute to the development of next-generation AI systems by applying deep expertise in physics. In this role, you will evaluate scientific content, develop high-quality technical materials, and help improve AI models through accurate, well-structured, and domain-specific input. Prior experience in AI is not requiredβ€”your knowledge of physics and scientific reasoning is the key qualification.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities

Scientific Content Review

  • Evaluate and annotate scientific data, equations, and experimental findings across various physics disciplines.
  • Review technical content for scientific accuracy, clarity, completeness, and logical consistency.
  • Provide expert feedback to improve the quality of physics-related content used in AI training.

Content Development

  • Create and review problem sets, technical explanations, research summaries, and analytical write-ups covering both foundational and advanced physics concepts.
  • Develop clear, well-structured documentation that enables AI models to better understand scientific principles and reasoning.
  • Author or edit experimental descriptions and technical reports with precision and attention to detail.

AI Model Evaluation

  • Assess AI-generated responses for technical correctness, logical reasoning, and scientific rigor.
  • Identify inaccuracies, ambiguities, or gaps in AI-generated physics content and provide actionable recommendations for improvement.
  • Contribute to the creation and refinement of high-quality datasets used for AI training and benchmarking.

Collaboration & Continuous Improvement

  • Work collaboratively with project managers and subject matter experts in a remote environment.
  • Identify opportunities to improve data quality, content coverage, and evaluation methodologies.
  • Ensure timely delivery of high-quality work aligned with project milestones and quality standards.

Required Skills & Qualifications

  • Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in Physics or a closely related field.
  • Strong understanding of Classical Mechanics, Electromagnetism, Thermodynamics, Quantum Mechanics, Modern Physics, and related concepts.
  • Experience writing research papers, technical reports, experimental documentation, or scientific publications.
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking abilities.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain complex scientific concepts clearly.
  • Ability to work independently and effectively in a remote, collaborative environment.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with data analysis, computational physics, experimental design, or scientific modeling.
  • Ability to communicate complex physics concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Experience reviewing scientific literature, technical documentation, or research publications.
  • Familiarity with collaborative research environments and remote project execution.
  • Passion for scientific research, education, and advancing AI through domain expertise.

Must-Have Skills

  • Physics
  • Scientific Research
  • Technical Writing
  • Data Analysis
  • Problem Solving

Good-to-Have Skills

  • Computational Physics
  • Experimental Design
  • Research Publications
  • Scientific Documentation
  • Mathematical Modeling
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Technical Review
  • Remote Collaboration

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