← All Positions
Posted May 12, 2026

Physics Researcher | $73.29/hr | Remote

Apply Now
2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants This range is provided by Crossing Hurdles. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range $73.29/hr - $73.29/hr Position: Physics (PhD) Type: Hourly contract Compensation: $73.29/hour Location: Remote Commitment: 10–40 hours/week Role Responsibilities • Write and refine prompts to guide AI behavior in physics-related contexts. • Evaluate LLM-generated responses to physics queries for conceptual accuracy, mathematical correctness, and reasoning quality. • Conduct fact-checking using authoritative public sources and physics domain expertise. • Annotate model outputs by identifying strengths, gaps, and factual or conceptual inaccuracies. • Assess clarity, structure, and appropriateness of explanations for different audiences. • Ensure responses align with expected conversational behavior and system guidelines. • Apply consistent evaluation standards using defined taxonomies, benchmarks, and review frameworks. Requirements • PhD in Physics or a closely related field. • Deep expertise in one or more sub-domains including classical mechanics, electromagnetism, thermodynamics, quantum physics, or relativity. • Strong experience working with large language models and understanding real-world usage. • Excellent written communication skills with the ability to explain complex physics concepts clearly. • High attention to detail and strong analytical reasoning skills. • Experience reviewing or editing technical or academic content. • Fluency in English. Application Process (Takes 20 Min) • Upload resume • Interview (15 min) Seniority level • Mid-Senior level Employment type • Contract Job function • Research, Analyst, and Information Technology Industries • Research Services Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Crossing Hurdles by 2x Sign in to set job alerts for “Physicist” roles. We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. Apply tot his job Apply To this Job