Mercor · 1 month ago
Physics Expert (Masters/PhDs)
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level
$15/hr - $25/hrMercor is seeking Physics PhDs 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 frontier large language models, crafting high-quality problems with real-world applicability to inform the future of AI innovation.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)Data Collection and LabelingEmploymentMachine LearningRecruitingSoftware
Responsibilities
You will work asynchronously with a team of highly qualified experts across your domain
You will craft, solve, and review challenging problems with real world applicability
The project is 15-20 hours of work per week with potential for increased hours and extension
The work is fully remote and asynchronous
Qualification
Required
Have a Masters or PhD in Physics from a top US university
Have experience coding in Python, MATLAB for projects or research
Have field-specific experience in Condensed Matter Physics, Optics, Quantum Information/Computing, Computational Physics, Astrophysics, Particle Physics
Have high attention to detail
Have exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Have excellent proficiency in English
Are currently based in the U.S., Canada, New Zealand, UK, or Australia
Company
Mercor
Mercor is an AI-based hiring platform that improves the recruitment process by matching talent with opportunities tailored to their skills.
Founded in 2023
51-200 employees
H1B Sponsorship
Mercor has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (7)
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$483.6MKey Investors
FelicisBenchmarkGeneral Catalyst
2025-10-27Series C· $350M
2025-02-20Series B· $100M
2024-09-19Series A· $30M
Leadership Team
Adarsh Hiremath
Co-Founder / CTO
Recent News
2026-01-05
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