Role Description Mercor connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. The position is for an Astronomy Expert on a contract basis. - Write original and advanced IAO-style astronomy problems to challenge frontier AI models. - Evaluate AI-generated solutions for correctness, clarity, and reasoning quality. - Identify where models fail, including logical flaws, incomplete reasoning, or insufficiently rigorous derivations. - Provide clear, concise, and correct solutions and reasoning, formatted in LaTeX. - Maintain extremely high standards of precision, scientific rigor, and problem difficulty. - Work independently and asynchronously to meet deadlines while improving AI model performance. Qualifications - Master’s or PhD in astronomy or a related field. - Olympiad participant or medalist in the IAO or equivalent competitions. - Proficiency in writing and formatting documents using LaTeX. - Deep understanding of core theoretical and observational concepts in astronomy and astrophysics. - Ability to articulate reasoning and derivations clearly in written form. - Strong ability to evaluate the rigor and complexity of astronomy problems. - Rigorous attention to detail in verifying solutions. Requirements - Rolling start dates; setup typically within 1–2 days of approval. - Application process takes 20–30 minutes to complete. - Submit your resume or CV highlighting your astronomy background and relevant achievements. - Complete a brief interview (20–30 minutes). - Submit a short form detailing your experience writing problems and competing in astronomy or related Olympiads. Resources & Support - For details about the interview process and platform information, please check: Interview Process . - For any help or support, reach out to: support@mercor.com .

Role Description - Write and refine prompts to guide model behavior in physics contexts. - Evaluate LLM-generated responses to physics-related queries for conceptual accuracy and reasoning quality. - Conduct fact-checking using authoritative public sources and domain knowledge. - Annotate model responses by identifying strengths and areas of improvement. - Assess clarity, structure, and appropriateness of explanations for different audiences. - Apply consistent evaluation standards by following clear taxonomies and benchmarks. Qualifications - Must-Have: - PhD in Physics or closely related field. - Deep expertise in Classical Mechanics & Dynamics, Electromagnetism, Thermodynamics, Quantum Physics, or Relativity. - Significant experience using large language models (LLMs). - Excellent writing skills and ability to explain complex physics concepts. - Strong attention to detail and experience reviewing technical writing. - Preferred: - Experience with RLHF, model evaluation, or data annotation work. - Experience teaching or explaining physics concepts to non-experts. - Familiarity with evaluation rubrics or structured review frameworks. Requirements - Full-time or Part-time Contract Work - Compensation: $73/hour - Location: USA, UK, Canada, EU Application Process - Upload resume - AI interview based on your resume - Submit form Resources & Support - For details about the interview process and platform information, please check: Interview Process - For any help or support, reach out to: support@mercor.com - Our team reviews applications daily. Please complete your AI interview and application steps to be considered for this opportunity.

Role Description - Write and refine prompts to guide model behavior in physics contexts. - Evaluate LLM-generated responses to physics-related queries for conceptual accuracy and reasoning quality. - Conduct fact-checking using authoritative public sources and domain knowledge. - Annotate model responses by identifying strengths and areas of improvement. - Assess clarity, structure, and appropriateness of explanations for different audiences. - Apply consistent evaluation standards by following clear taxonomies and benchmarks. Qualifications - PhD in Physics or closely related field. - Deep expertise in Classical Mechanics & Dynamics, Electromagnetism, Thermodynamics, Quantum Physics, or Relativity. - Significant experience using large language models (LLMs). - Excellent writing skills and ability to explain complex physics concepts. - Strong attention to detail and experience reviewing technical writing. Requirements - Experience with RLHF, model evaluation, or data annotation work. - Experience teaching or explaining physics concepts to non-experts. - Familiarity with evaluation rubrics or structured review frameworks. Benefits - Compensation: $73/hour - Type: Full-time or Part-time Contract Work - Location: USA, UK, Canada, EU Application Process - Upload resume - AI interview based on your resume - Submit form Resources & Support - For details about the interview process and platform information, please check: Interview Process - For any help or support, reach out to: support@mercor.com

• Conduct research studies evaluating UUV feasibility, performance characteristics, and system features • Execute experimental research in both laboratory and field environments • Perform data collection, data analysis, and interpretation of experimental results • Develop optimized designs, geometries, and engineering recommendations • Produce scientific reports, research documentation, and academic papers • Support UUV laboratory operations, equipment preparation, and field testing activities • Collaborate with faculty, researchers, and technical teams to refine methodologies and outputs • Ensure all research deliverables meet established quality, accuracy, and technical standards • Part‑time position: 20 hours a week.