Applied Physics
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About the Role What if your expertise in quantum mechanics, electrodynamics, and thermodynamics could directly shape how AI understands the physical world? We're looking for PhD-level Applied Physicists to stress-test cutting-edge AI models — exposing flaws in their physical reasoning and helping ensure they never violate the fundamental laws of the universe. This is a fully remote, flexible contract role. No AI background needed — just deep mastery of physics and the ability to think rigorously about how the world works. - Organization: Alignerr - Type: Hourly Contract - Location: Remote - Commitment: 10–40 hours/week What You'll Do - Design advanced, open-ended physics problems at PhD qualifying exam level — requiring multi-step logical reasoning and rigorous mathematical derivation - Author gold-standard solutions with precise, step-by-step workings, correct physical constants, and flawless unit conversions - Audit AI-generated simulations, derivations, and proofs for physical consistency — identifying where models "hallucinate" physics that violates first principles - Provide structured, expert feedback to improve AI reasoning around conservation laws, boundary conditions, symmetry arguments, and physical constraints - Work independently and asynchronously — fully on your own schedule Who You Are - Holds a PhD (completed or near completion) in Applied Physics, Physics, Engineering Physics, or a closely related field - Deep command of the core pillars: Classical Mechanics, Electrodynamics, Statistical Mechanics, and Quantum Mechanics - Exceptional ability to explain complex physical phenomena and mathematical derivations in clear, structured written English - Uncompromising precision with units, scientific notation, dimensional analysis, and the logical structure of proofs - Naturally detail-oriented with a systematic, methodical approach to problem-solving - No prior AI or tech experience required Nice to Have - Experience with data annotation, scientific dataset evaluation, or quality assurance for research content - Proficiency with computational tools such as Python (NumPy/SciPy), MATLAB, or COMSOL - Background in research publication, academic instruction, or scientific writing - Familiarity with AI tools or language model evaluation workflows Why Join Us - Work on high-impact AI projects alongside the world's leading research labs - Fully remote and flexible — work when and where it suits you - Freelance autonomy with the structure of meaningful, intellectually rigorous work - Direct influence on how AI models reason about physics — your expertise shapes the science AI learns from - Potential for ongoing work and contract extension as new projects launch
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