Mathematics Expert (India)
About this role
Opportunity Overview Handshake is looking for experienced mathematicians and research scientists to support AI research through flexible, part-time contract work. This is not a traditional job — you'll draw on your hands-on experience in pure or applied mathematics to evaluate AI-generated content and provide feedback that helps AI reason like a practicing mathematician. This is an ongoing, project-based opportunity you can take on alongside your current role. What You'll Do - Use your domain expertise to create expert-level mathematics problems and scenarios grounded in real proof, formalization, and computational workflows - Review and evaluate AI-generated responses for technical accuracy, rigor, and alignment with how the work is actually done - Provide structured written feedback to help improve AI model performance - Complete tasks at your own pace with no set schedule or minimum hour requirement Qualifications Ideal candidates meet all three of the following: - Research experience — first-author publications and the ability to formalize proofs that AI models fail on - Degree — PhD in Mathematics (pure or applied) - Sub-domain depth — demonstrated expertise in one of the following areas: - Proof and formal methods (Lean, Coq, Isabelle) - Symbolic computation (SageMath, Mathematica), optimization, and numerical analysis - A core subfield such as algebra, topology, number theory, or combinatorics Candidates who meet at least 2 of the 3 qualifications above are also encouraged to apply. Additional qualifications (not required, but strengthen your application) - Proficiency with theorem provers and symbolic computation software - Experience formalizing proofs or working on problems at the edge of what current AI models can handle Required for all applicants - Must have Indian work authorization - Strong written communication and attention to detail - Ability to explain complex mathematical concepts clearly - Ability to work independently in a remote, asynchronous environment
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