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Posted 17 Sept 2026

Physics Subject Matter Expert – AI Content Specialist

We're looking for physics experts based in the New York area to help train and evaluate cutting-edge AI models.

United States, New York area$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 undergraduate mechanics to graduate-level electromagnetism and beyond.

This is a fully remote, flexible contract role where your subject matter expertise is the most valuable thing you bring. No AI background required.

Why Join Us

  • Work directly on frontier AI projects in partnership with leading AI research labs.
  • Fully remote and async — work on your own schedule from anywhere.
  • Freelance perks: high autonomy, variety, and global collaboration.
  • Contribute to meaningful work that advances the state of AI in STEM.
  • Potential for ongoing contract renewals and expanded project scope.

Responsibilities

  • Design challenging, rigorous physics problems across domains such as mechanics, electromagnetism, thermodynamics, and quantum physics.
  • Develop clear, step-by-step solutions that demonstrate precise reasoning and logical structure.
  • Evaluate AI-generated responses for scientific accuracy, depth of reasoning, and quality of explanation.
  • Collaborate with researchers to develop and refine benchmarks spanning undergraduate to Masters-level physics.
  • Provide structured, actionable feedback that helps AI systems reason more like expert physicists.

Required skills

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

Preferred skills

  • Experience with data annotation, evaluation systems, or academic content creation.
  • Familiarity with AI or machine learning concepts.
  • Background in research, tutoring, or technical writing.

Experience and education

  • Currently pursuing or have completed 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 countries: United States

Eligible regions: New York area

Compensation details

$35–$55 per hour.

More about the hiring companyAlignerr
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