Physics PhD Researchers
Mercor • Remote, Canada, Europe, United Kingdom
Education
Bachelor's
Type
Hourly
Pay
$70-90/hr
Your rate depends on your experience and the task.
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About this role
From the Mercor listing
Mercor is seeking Physics PhD’s (Graduated) for a premier project with one of the world's top AI labs.
In this role, you will contribute your subject matter expertise to a cutting-edge project involving state-of-the-art large language models. Specifically, you will help create high-quality data that will inform the future of AI innovation by coming up with difficult problems in your domain.
You're a good fit if you:
Received your undergraduate degree in US/UK/Canada/Western Europe
Received your graduate degree at a top US/UK/Canada/Western European university
Have high attention to detail
Have exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Have excellent proficiency in English
Here are more details about the role:
The role is ongoing starting in February and continuing with rolling applications
Experts are expected to contribute 4-6 tasks per week, each taking several hours to complete
The work will require rigorous physics expertise and ability to follow complex instructions
Screening Process:
- You will need to complete a short AI interview and form - the whole application process should last 20-40 minutes
Apply today and leverage your leadership and technical expertise to advance cutting-edge AI models!
Requirements
- Must be eligible to work in one of: Canada, Europe, United Kingdom
- Fluent proficiency in English (Written & Verbal)
- Reliable high-speed internet connection
- Bachelor's's degree or equivalent professional experience
- Demonstrated expertise in STEM
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Is Mercor for freelancers or full-time contractors?
Mercor places you with one client for a set contract, such as 'Python Tutor for 3 months'. Most roles are steady contract work rather than one-off tasks.
Does Mercor's application require an on-camera interview?
Yes. You record a video interview with an AI interviewer that asks about your resume, and clients watch it before they hire, so plan to be on camera.
Do I need a PhD for research-level AI training roles?
The best-paid roles usually expect a PhD or current enrollment. The domain assessment decides, though, and if you can solve the problems the degree matters less.
Is research-level AI training steady work?
Usually not. Work comes in projects, such as training a model on quantum mechanics, that can last a few weeks. Plan for it like a short fellowship.
What does STEM work look like for a Physics PhD Researchers?
You check AI answers to STEM questions, correct their errors and write expert reasoning. As a Physics PhD Researchers, you're hired for that judgment, so hands-on STEM experience matters.
What specific skills does this listing call for?
Data Annotation, English, and PhD are named directly in the listing. If you don't have hands-on experience with these, expect the screening to test for them.
How much does this specific role pay?
This listing is posted at $70-90/hr, an hourly rate. Where you land in the range depends on your background and the assessment. Pay can change after we check the listing, so confirm the rate on the platform's application page.
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