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Posted 22 Sept 2026

Physics Subject Matter Expert - AI Content Specialist

We're looking for physics experts to help train and improve cutting-edge AI models built by the world's leading AI research labs.

Wellington$35–$55 per hour
Hiring companyAlignerr
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About the role

Your deep understanding of physics will directly shape how AI reasons through complex problems — from classical mechanics to advanced electromagnetism.

This is a unique opportunity to apply your academic expertise in a high-impact, flexible remote role — no prior AI experience required.

Why Join Us

  • Work directly with industry-leading AI labs on cutting-edge projects.
  • Fully remote and flexible — work on your own schedule, from anywhere.
  • Freelance perks: high autonomy, variety, and global collaboration.
  • Make a meaningful contribution to how AI understands and applies physics.
  • Potential for ongoing work and contract renewal.

Responsibilities

  • Design challenging, well-structured physics problems spanning mechanics, electromagnetism, thermodynamics, quantum physics, and more.
  • Develop rigorous, step-by-step solutions that demonstrate clear logical reasoning.
  • Evaluate AI-generated responses for scientific accuracy, depth, and quality of reasoning.
  • Collaborate with researchers to build and refine benchmarks across undergraduate to Masters-level physics topics.
  • Provide structured, actionable feedback to help AI systems improve over time.

Required skills

  • Strong problem-solving ability across multiple advanced physics domains.
  • Able to communicate complex concepts clearly and precisely in writing.
  • Detail-oriented with a commitment to scientific accuracy.
  • Self-motivated and comfortable working independently and asynchronously.

Preferred skills

  • Experience with data annotation, data quality assessment, or evaluation systems.
  • Background in academic tutoring, curriculum design, or research.
  • Familiarity with large language models or AI benchmarking workflows.

Experience and education

  • Currently pursuing or have completed a Master's degree in Physics, Applied Physics, or a closely related field.
  • No prior AI or data annotation experience required.

Schedule details

10–40 hours per week.

Eligibility

Work arrangement: Fully remote

Eligible regions: Wellington

Compensation details

$35–$55 per hour.

More about the hiring companyAlignerr
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