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Physics Subject Matter Expert
Location
Worldwide
Posted
8 days ago
Salary
$20 - $40 / hour
Seniority
Mid Level
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Job Description
Physics Subject Matter Expert
Weekday (YC W21)
Role Description We are seeking a Physics Subject Matter Expert to contribute to the development of next-generation AI systems by applying deep expertise in physics. In this role, you will evaluate scientific content, develop high-quality technical materials, and help improve AI models through accurate, well-structured, and domain-specific input. Prior experience in AI is not required—your knowledge of physics and scientific reasoning is the key qualification. Key Responsibilities - Scientific Content Review - Evaluate and annotate scientific data, equations, and experimental findings across various physics disciplines. - Review technical content for scientific accuracy, clarity, completeness, and logical consistency. - Provide expert feedback to improve the quality of physics-related content used in AI training. - Content Development - Create and review problem sets, technical explanations, research summaries, and analytical write-ups covering both foundational and advanced physics concepts. - Develop clear, well-structured documentation that enables AI models to better understand scientific principles and reasoning. - Author or edit experimental descriptions and technical reports with precision and attention to detail. - AI Model Evaluation - Assess AI-generated responses for technical correctness, logical reasoning, and scientific rigor. - Identify inaccuracies, ambiguities, or gaps in AI-generated physics content and provide actionable recommendations for improvement. - Contribute to the creation and refinement of high-quality datasets used for AI training and benchmarking. - Collaboration & Continuous Improvement - Work collaboratively with project managers and subject matter experts in a remote environment. - Identify opportunities to improve data quality, content coverage, and evaluation methodologies. - Ensure timely delivery of high-quality work aligned with project milestones and quality standards. Qualifications - Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in Physics or a closely related field. - Strong understanding of Classical Mechanics, Electromagnetism, Thermodynamics, Quantum Mechanics, Modern Physics, and related concepts. - Experience writing research papers, technical reports, experimental documentation, or scientific publications. - Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking abilities. - Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain complex scientific concepts clearly. - Ability to work independently and effectively in a remote, collaborative environment. Preferred Qualifications - Experience with data analysis, computational physics, experimental design, or scientific modeling. - Ability to communicate complex physics concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences. - Experience reviewing scientific literature, technical documentation, or research publications. - Familiarity with collaborative research environments and remote project execution. - Passion for scientific research, education, and advancing AI through domain expertise. Must-Have Skills - Physics - Scientific Research - Technical Writing - Data Analysis - Problem Solving Good-to-Have Skills - Computational Physics - Experimental Design - Research Publications - Scientific Documentation - Mathematical Modeling - Analytical Thinking - Technical Review - Remote Collaboration
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