Physics Expert | $75/hr Remote | Mercor

Company: Crossing Hurdles
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Base pay range

$65.00/hr – $75.00/hr

At Crossing Hurdles, we work as a referral partner. We refer candidates to Mercor that collaborates with the world’s leading AI research labs to build and train cutting-edge AI models.

Organization: Mercor

Position: Physics Expert (Masters/PhDs)

Referral Partner: Crossing Hurdles

Type: Hourly Contract

Compensation: $65–$75/hour

Location: Remote

Commitment: 10–40 hours/week

Role Responsibilities (Training support will be provided)

  • Develop, solve, and review complex physics problems with real-world applications.
  • Apply domain expertise in areas such as condensed matter physics, optics, quantum information/computing, computational physics, astrophysics, or particle physics.
  • Collaborate asynchronously with other experts and AI researchers to enhance model reasoning and understanding.
  • Ensure high standards of accuracy, clarity, and analytical rigor in all developed content.

Requirements

  • Master’s or PhD in Physics from a top U.S. university (or equivalent).
  • Experience coding in Python or MATLAB for academic or research purposes.
  • Strong expertise in one or more specialized subfields of physics.
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail.

Application Process (Takes 20 min)

  • Upload resume
  • AI interview based on your resume (15 min)

Seniority level

  • Mid-Senior level

Employment type

  • Contract

Job function

  • Research, Education, and Science
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    Industries

    • Higher Education and Research Services

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Posted: September 22nd, 2026