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Posted 21 Sept 2026

Physics Subject Matter Expert - AI Content Specialist

We're looking for physics experts to help evaluate and improve AI systems trained on advanced scientific content.

Boston$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 — making a real impact on the future of intelligent systems.

This is a fully remote, flexible contract role working alongside world-leading AI research teams. No prior AI experience required.

Why Join Us

  • Work on cutting-edge AI projects with top-tier research labs.
  • Fully remote and flexible — work on your own schedule.
  • Freelance perks: autonomy, variety, and global collaboration.
  • Contribute to meaningful work that advances AI reasoning in science.
  • Potential for ongoing work and contract extension.

Responsibilities

  • Design challenging, advanced physics problems spanning mechanics, electromagnetism, thermodynamics, quantum mechanics, and more.
  • Develop rigorous, step-by-step solutions with clear logical reasoning.
  • Evaluate AI-generated responses for scientific accuracy and quality of reasoning.
  • Identify gaps, errors, and weaknesses in how AI models approach physics problems.
  • Collaborate with researchers to refine benchmarks across undergraduate to Masters-level physics topics.
  • Provide structured, actionable feedback that directly improves model performance.

Required skills

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills across advanced physics domains.
  • Able to communicate complex scientific concepts clearly in writing.
  • Detail-oriented with a systematic approach to evaluation.
  • Self-motivated and comfortable working independently and asynchronously.

Preferred skills

  • Experience in academic tutoring, curriculum design, or scientific writing.
  • Familiarity with data annotation or evaluation workflows.
  • Exposure to machine learning concepts or AI research environments.

Experience and education

  • Currently pursuing or holding a Masters degree in Physics, Applied Physics, or a closely related field.
  • No prior AI experience required.

Schedule details

10–40 hours per week.

Eligibility

Work arrangement: Fully remote

Eligible regions: Boston

Compensation details

$35–$55 per hour.

More about the hiring companyAlignerr
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