[Hiring] Applied Physics PhD - Assessment Expert @Mercor

Role Description

• Author original physics questions that test deep conceptual understanding in:
• Semiconductor Physics
• Nanoelectronics & Spintronics
• Photonics
• Other domains
• Ensure questions are unambiguous, self-contained, and precisely defined with all necessary information in the problem statement.
• Rate each question's difficulty as Medium, Hard, or Expert, providing 1 correct answer and 9 plausible alternatives.
• Write step-by-step Chain-of-Thought solutions with clear, concise intermediate steps in markdown format.
• Supply 1–5 academic references per question from reputable sources like peer-reviewed journals.
• For verification tasks, flag issues with clarity, completeness, precision, or solvability and justify any edits made.

Qualifications

• Must-Have:
• PhD or doctoral candidate in Physics, Applied Physics, Astrophysics, or a closely related field.
• Master's degree considered for candidates with exceptional depth in a specific subdomain.
• Strong command of graduate-level physics concepts and mathematical formalism.
• Excellent written English and ability to express complex ideas clearly and concisely.
• Preferred:
• Experience with rigorous academic problem design or physics olympiad writing is a strong plus.

Requirements

• Type: Contract
• Compensation: $61–$77/hour
• Location: Remote
• Commitment: 10+ hours/week

Benefits

• Flexible working hours
• Opportunity to work with leading AI research labs

Application Process

• Upload resume
• AI interview based on your resume
• Submit form

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