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Condensed Matter Physicist - PhD

Mercor

Role overview

Qualifications

  • PhD in condensed matter physics or a closely related field
  • Published work on specific phenomena listed, not adjacent ones
  • Verifiable publication record with arXiv IDs or DOIs
  • Working proficiency with LaTeX, Python, SymPy, and Jupyter

Responsibilities

  • Evaluate research-level physics problems in your subfield to enhance AI model reasoning
  • Develop and solve complex physics challenges, ensuring solutions are verifiable by specialists
  • Review and audit completed work for accuracy and completeness
  • Collaborate asynchronously and independently to meet project deadlines

Key facts

Hard skills

Other skills

  • Collaboration
  • Problem Solving

About the company

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Mercor

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IndustryJob Boards & Talent Marketplaces
Company size51 - 200

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Job description

About the job

Mercor connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. Headquartered in San Francisco, our investors include Benchmark, General Catalyst, Peter Thiel, Adam D'Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey.

Position: Condensed Matter Physicist (PhD)
Type: Contract
Compensation: $80–$110/hour
Location: Remote
Duration: 8 to 10 week
Commitment: 10 hours/week

Role Responsibilities

  • Evaluate research-level physics problems in your subfield to enhance AI model reasoning.
  • Develop and solve complex physics challenges, ensuring solutions are verifiable by specialists.
  • Review and audit completed work for accuracy and completeness.
  • Collaborate asynchronously and independently to meet project deadlines.
  • Utilize LaTeX, Python, SymPy, and Jupyter for problem-solving and documentation.

Qualifications

Must-Have

  • PhD in condensed matter physics or a closely related field.
  • Published work on specific phenomena listed, not adjacent ones.
  • Verifiable publication record with arXiv IDs or DOIs.
  • Working proficiency with LaTeX, Python, SymPy, and Jupyter.
  • English at B2 or above.

Application Process (Takes 20–30 mins to complete)

  • Apply and complete the attached form.
  • We verify your papers and authorship.
  • Onboard directly or attend a short alignment call.
  • A brief 30 to 45 minute assessment may be added if needed.

Resources & Support

  • For details about the interview process and platform information, please check: https://talent.docs.mercor.com/welcome
  • For any help or support, reach out to: support@mercor.com

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