Physics Expert, AMO / Optical Properties of Materials

Role Overview

Apply advanced atomic, molecular, and optical physics expertise to help train next-generation AI systems on a specialized project involving atomic and optical properties. No prior AI experience is required, your physics knowledge is the focus.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide expert input on AMO physics, with emphasis on the optical properties of materials.
• Review, analyze, and discuss ab initio configuration interaction methods for calculating polarizability in atomic systems.
• Guide and critique atomic-structure calculations for ytterbium isotopes Yb-171 and Yb-174.
• Identify and distinguish sigma and pi transitions in relevant atomic spectra, including the physical principles behind them.
• Take part in adaptive spoken AI interviews, answering one question at a time and sharing clear, concrete examples from legally shareable research or projects.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Physics, such as an MS or PhD, or equivalent experience, with a focus on AMO physics or optical properties of materials.
• Experience with ab initio quantum chemistry calculations, particularly configuration interaction approaches to polarizability.
• Strong knowledge of atomic-structure computation techniques applied to Yb-171 and Yb-174.
• Ability to identify and explain sigma versus pi transitions in atomic contexts.
• Clear, structured written and verbal scientific communication skills.

Work Terms

• Remote contract engagement.

Compensation

• $80 to $160 per hour.