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Physics PhD Experts (Advanced Quantum, Electrodynamics & Classical Mechanics)

Global Remote Contract Posted 21 Feb 2026

$70–$90/hour

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About this role

Mercor is seeking Physics PhD’s (Graduated) specializing in Advanced Quantum Mechanics, Advanced Electrodynamics, or Advanced classical mechanics for a premier project with one of the world's top AI labs.

In this role, you will contribute your subject matter expertise to a cutting-edge project involving state-of-the-art large language models. Specifically, you will help create high-quality data that will inform the future of AI innovation by coming up with difficult problems in your domain.

You're a good fit if you:

  • Hold a PhD in Physics with specialization in Advanced Quantum Mechanics, Advanced Electrodynamics, or Advanced classical mechanics
  • Received your graduate degree in US/UK/Canada/Western Europe
  • Have high attention to detail
  • Have exceptional written and verbal communication skills
  • Have excellent proficiency in English Here are more details about the role:
  • The role is ongoing starting in February and continuing with rolling applications
  • Experts are expected to contribute 4-6 tasks per week, each taking several hours to complete
  • The work will require rigorous physics expertise and ability to follow complex instructions Screening Process:
  • You will need to complete a short AI interview and form - the whole application process should last 20-40 minutes

Apply today and leverage your leadership and technical expertise to advance cutting-edge AI models!

Skills

Quantum PhysicsElectrodynamicsClassical MechanicsResearchProblem Solving

Career tracks

Sourced from Mercor · original listing · application link last checked 31 Aug 2026

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