Quantum Physics Researcher | Remote
About the job Mercor connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. Headquartered in San Francisco, our investors include Benchmark , General Catalyst , Peter Thiel , Adam D'Angelo , Larry Summers , and Jack Dorsey . Position: Physics Subject Matter Expert Type: Contract Compensation: $70–$90/hour Location: Remote Commitment: 4–6 tasks/week Role Responsibilities Develop challenging problems in String theory , Quantum Field theory , particle physics , or nuclear physics to inform AI innovation. Contribute to high-quality data creation for state-of-the-art large language models . Evaluate and refine AI model training and outputs with rigorous physics expertise . Collaborate asynchronously and independently to meet project deadlines. Ensure complex instructions are followed accurately to enhance AI model performance . Qualifications Must-Have PhD in Physics with specialization in String theory , Quantum Field theory , particle physics , or nuclear physics . G