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RemoteListed Jul 4, 2026

Physics PhD - Theoretical Expert

mercor

  • Computational-Physics-Specialist
  • Physics-Research-Specialist
  • Research-Physicist
  • Research-Physics-Expert
  • Research-Physics-Specialist
  • Senior-Research-Physicist

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The role

Job description

Role Overview

Mercor connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. We are seeking a Physics PhD with expertise in theoretical physics to solve challenging physics problems and evaluate AI-generated proofs.

What You Will Do

Solve and evaluate challenging physics problems, review AI-generated proofs, and collaborate with AI research teams to improve AI systems' reasoning capabilities.

Why It Might Be a Fit

Ideal candidate has a strong graduate-level problem-solving ability, can articulate reasoning, and is able to commit approximately 15 hours per week.

Requirements

  • PhD in Physics from a top 50 physics program in the United States, United Kingdom, or Canada
  • Strong graduate-level problem-solving ability across advanced physics topics
  • Ability to clearly articulate reasoning, reference relevant theorems or principles, and identify gaps in written solutions

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