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Applied Physics

Alignerr

Applied Physics - AI Data Trainer

About the Role

What if your deep expertise in physics could directly shape how AI understands the physical world - from quantum mechanics to thermodynamics to the fundamental laws that govern reality?

We're looking for PhD-level Applied Physicists to stress-test cutting-edge AI models, expose their reasoning failures, and help train them to think like a physicist. Your work will directly influence how the next generation of AI handles real scientific problems - and whether it respects the laws of the universe when it does.

This is a fully remote, flexible contract role. No prior AI experience required - just a mastery of physics and a sharp analytical mind.
  • Organization
    : Alignerr
  • Type
    : Hourly Contract
  • Location
    : Remote
  • Commitment
    : 10-40 hours/week
What You'll Do
  • Design advanced physics problems
    - Craft complex, open-ended problems at PhD qualifying exam level, requiring multi-step logical reasoning and rigorous mathematical derivation across areas like quantum mechanics, electrodynamics, and thermodynamics
  • Author gold-standard solutions
    - Write definitive, step-by-step solutions with exacting attention to physical constants, unit conversions, and logical flow
  • Audit AI reasoning
    - Evaluate AI-generated simulations, derivations, and proofs for physical consistency; identify where models "hallucinate" physics that violates first principles
  • Refine model behaviour
    - Provide structured, expert feedback that helps AI develop true physics-informed reasoning, including boundary conditions, symmetry constraints, and conservation laws
Who You Are
  • Hold a PhD (completed or near-completion) in Applied Physics, Physics, Engineering Physics, or a closely related field
  • Have mastery across the core pillars: Classical Mechanics, Electrodynamics, Statistical Mechanics, and Quantum Mechanics
  • Write with exceptional clarity - able to explain complex physical phenomena and mathematical derivations in structured, precise English
  • Obsessively detail-oriented when it comes to units, scientific notation, and the logical integrity of a proof
  • Self-directed and comfortable working independently on technical tasks
  • No prior AI or data annotation experience required
Nice to Have
  • Experience with scientific computing tools such as Python (NumPy/SciPy), MATLAB, or COMSOL
  • Prior work in data annotation, dataset curation, or scientific evaluation systems
  • Background in research involving simulation, modelling, or experimental physics
Why Join Us
  • Work on high-impact AI projects in collaboration with world-leading research labs
  • Fully remote and asynchronous - work on your own schedule, wherever you are
  • Freelance autonomy with meaningful, intellectually stimulating work
  • Direct exposure to frontier AI development and how large language models are trained on scientific reasoning
  • Potential for ongoing work and contract extension as new projects launch
Vacancy posted 2 days ago
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