San Francisco, CA · On-site
$80 - $135/hr
Ideal Qualifications • PhD, Postdoctoral Researcher, Faculty Member, or Industry Research Scientist in Physics or a related field. • Expertise in one or more areas including High Energy Physics ...
San Francisco, CA · On-site
$80 - $135/hr
Ideal Qualifications • PhD, Postdoctoral Researcher, Faculty Member, or Industry Research Scientist in Physics or a related field. • Expertise in one or more areas including High Energy Physics ...
Bodega Bay, CA · On-site
$93K - $224K/yr
As a Career-Track Research Scientist, you will use your expertise in the development of advanced ... The successful candidate will bridge the gap between fundamental laser physics and the realization ...
Bodega Bay, CA · On-site
$93K - $224K/yr
As a Career-Track Research Scientist, you will use your expertise in the development of advanced ... The successful candidate will bridge the gap between fundamental laser physics and the realization ...
$80 - $110/hr
Scientific literature interpretation * Identify reasoning errors and conceptual gaps that experienced physics researchers would readily recognize. * Provide detailed, evidence-based written feedback ...
$80 - $110/hr
Scientific literature interpretation * Identify reasoning errors and conceptual gaps that experienced physics researchers would readily recognize. * Provide detailed, evidence-based written feedback ...
Position: Physics PhD Coding Experts Type: Contract Compensation: $70/hour Location: Remote ... Prior scientific software or research engineering experience. Start Date * Immediate Interview ...
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Position: Physics PhD Coding Experts Type: Contract Compensation: $70/hour Location: Remote ... Prior scientific software or research engineering experience. Start Date * Immediate Interview ...
Berkeley, CA · On-site
$93K - $224K/yr
As a Career-Track Research Scientist, you will use your expertise in the development of advanced ... The successful candidate will bridge the gap between fundamental laser physics and the realization ...
Berkeley, CA · On-site
$93K - $224K/yr
As a Career-Track Research Scientist, you will use your expertise in the development of advanced ... The successful candidate will bridge the gap between fundamental laser physics and the realization ...
Madison, WI · On-site
... assist in developing grant opportunities, grant applications, proposals and other materials to ... PhD in Plasma Physics, or a related field + minimum of 3 years' experience in theoretical and ...
Madison, WI · On-site
... assist in developing grant opportunities, grant applications, proposals and other materials to ... PhD in Plasma Physics, or a related field + minimum of 3 years' experience in theoretical and ...
... assist in developing grant opportunities, grant applications, proposals and other materials to ... PhD in Plasma Physics, or a related field + minimum of 3 years' experience in theoretical and ...
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... assist in developing grant opportunities, grant applications, proposals and other materials to ... PhD in Plasma Physics, or a related field + minimum of 3 years' experience in theoretical and ...
Madison, WI · On-site
... assist in developing grant opportunities, grant applications, proposals and other materials to ... PhD in Plasma Physics, or a related field + minimum of 3 years' experience in theoretical and ...
Madison, WI · On-site
... assist in developing grant opportunities, grant applications, proposals and other materials to ... PhD in Plasma Physics, or a related field + minimum of 3 years' experience in theoretical and ...
Description The Department of Physics at Carnegie Mellon University is seeking a Visiting Research Scientist for a full-time, fixed-term, 5-week appointment within the Condensed Matter research group ...
Description The Department of Physics at Carnegie Mellon University is seeking a Visiting Research Scientist for a full-time, fixed-term, 5-week appointment within the Condensed Matter research group ...
No Research Scientist - Theoretical Physics The Opportunity As a Research Scientist focused on ... to assist with activities such as application screening, job matching, and interview scheduling.
No Research Scientist - Theoretical Physics The Opportunity As a Research Scientist focused on ... to assist with activities such as application screening, job matching, and interview scheduling.
Raleigh, NC · On-site +1
No Research Scientist - Theoretical Physics The Opportunity As a Research Scientist focused on ... to assist with activities such as application screening, job matching, and interview scheduling.
Raleigh, NC · On-site +1
No Research Scientist - Theoretical Physics The Opportunity As a Research Scientist focused on ... to assist with activities such as application screening, job matching, and interview scheduling.
Boston, MA · On-site
$120 - $150/hr
Requirements Qualifications PhD in Physics, Quantum Science, or a related field. 7+ years of ... Proven track record of research leadership, with a strong publication record in peer‑reviewed ...
Boston, MA · On-site
$120 - $150/hr
Requirements Qualifications PhD in Physics, Quantum Science, or a related field. 7+ years of ... Proven track record of research leadership, with a strong publication record in peer‑reviewed ...
Postdoctoral Associate/Research Scientist - Physics Apply now Back to search results Job no: 534453 Work type: Research Faculty Senior management: College of Science Department: Physics Location:
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Postdoctoral Associate/Research Scientist - Physics Job no: 534453 Work type: Research Faculty Senior management: College of Science Department: Physics Location: Blacksburg, Virginia Categories:
Postdoctoral Associate/Research Scientist - Physics Job no: 534453 Work type: Research Faculty Senior management: College of Science Department: Physics Location: Blacksburg, Virginia Categories:
San Francisco, CA · On-site
$150K - $275K/yr
Research Scientist, AI Substrate is addressing one of the most important technological problems ... At the intersection of advanced manufacturing and cutting-edge physics, we are developing ...
San Francisco, CA · On-site
$150K - $275K/yr
Research Scientist, AI Substrate is addressing one of the most important technological problems ... At the intersection of advanced manufacturing and cutting-edge physics, we are developing ...
Villanova, PA · On-site
$10/hr
... Mendel Science Center Detailed Work Schedule Must be available Thursday afternoons Number of ... Office work of any kind including scheduling appointments, internet research, phone coverage ...
Villanova, PA · On-site
$10/hr
... Mendel Science Center Detailed Work Schedule Must be available Thursday afternoons Number of ... Office work of any kind including scheduling appointments, internet research, phone coverage ...
Integrate AI methodologies with physics-based numerical models * Explore hybrid modeling frameworks ... Contribute to peer-reviewed publications, technical reports, and sponsor deliverables * Assist in ...
Integrate AI methodologies with physics-based numerical models * Explore hybrid modeling frameworks ... Contribute to peer-reviewed publications, technical reports, and sponsor deliverables * Assist in ...
Dayton, OH · On-site
$130K - $220K/yr
Prepare technical reports, presentations, and publication to communicate research findings. Qualifications * Bachelor's degree in physics, materials science, mechanical engineering, or a related ...
Dayton, OH · On-site
$130K - $220K/yr
Prepare technical reports, presentations, and publication to communicate research findings. Qualifications * Bachelor's degree in physics, materials science, mechanical engineering, or a related ...
Reston, VA · On-site
... research & development customers. Areas of focus span a broad spectrum from data analysis and ... Bachelor's degree in computer science, applied mathematics, physics, engineering, operations ...
Reston, VA · On-site
... research & development customers. Areas of focus span a broad spectrum from data analysis and ... Bachelor's degree in computer science, applied mathematics, physics, engineering, operations ...
Reston, VA · On-site
... research & development customers. Areas of focus span a broad spectrum from data analysis and ... Bachelor's degree in computer science, applied mathematics, physics, engineering, operations ...
Reston, VA · On-site
... research & development customers. Areas of focus span a broad spectrum from data analysis and ... Bachelor's degree in computer science, applied mathematics, physics, engineering, operations ...
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| Aspect | Assistant Physics Research Scientist | Physics Research Scientist |
|---|---|---|
| Required Credentials | Bachelor's or Master's in Physics or related field; some roles may require a PhD | Typically PhD in Physics or related field |
| Work Environment | Research labs, universities, government agencies | Research labs, academic institutions, industry R&D |
| Employer & Industry Usage | Entry to mid-level research support roles | Full research roles, leading projects |
| Common Search & Comparison | Yes | No |
The main difference between an Assistant Physics Research Scientist and a Physics Research Scientist lies in experience and responsibilities. The assistant role is often an entry-level position supporting research activities, while the research scientist leads projects and has more advanced expertise. Both roles are common in research institutions and industry, but the assistant position typically requires less experience and education.
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$80 - $135/hr
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About the Job
Research Physics Expert
Location: Remote
Engagement Type: Hourly Contract
Compensation: $80–$135/hour
About the Opportunity
This opportunity is for experienced Physics Researchers interested in contributing to advanced AI research and evaluation projects. You will help develop and validate high-quality reference solutions for frontier-level physics benchmarks, ensuring that next-generation AI systems are evaluated against rigorous scientific standards.
The work involves solving complex research-level physics problems, reviewing expert solutions, and contributing to the creation of human-verified benchmark data used to measure AI reasoning capabilities.
Ideal Qualifications
• PhD, Postdoctoral Researcher, Faculty Member, or Industry Research Scientist in Physics or a related field.
• Expertise in one or more areas including High Energy Physics, Mathematical Physics, Biophysics, Statistical Physics, Condensed Matter Physics, AMO Physics, Cosmology, Astrophysics, Quantum Information, or Quantum Mechanics.
• Strong publication record demonstrating research expertise in a relevant subfield.
• Experience solving complex research-level physics problems and developing rigorous scientific analyses.
• Proficiency with Python, Jupyter Notebooks, SymPy, and LaTeX.
• Excellent analytical reasoning, problem-solving, and scientific communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to scientific accuracy.
Responsibilities
• Solve research-level physics problems and develop complete reference solutions.
• Create structured problem decompositions and verification methodologies.
• Author Python-based answer templates and automated validation functions.
• Review and audit submitted solutions for correctness, rigor, and methodological soundness.
• Provide detailed feedback to improve solution quality and benchmark reliability.
• Adjudicate between competing solution approaches and determine final reference answers.
• Document derivations, verification procedures, error tolerances, and scientific rationale.
• Contribute to the development of high-quality benchmark datasets for evaluating frontier AI systems.
Project Details
• Expected commitment of approximately 10 hours per week.
• Fully remote and asynchronous work environment.
• Opportunity to collaborate with leading AI researchers and domain experts.
• Long-term project engagement with potential extensions based on project needs.
Compensation
• Competitive compensation of $80–$135/hour.
• Weekly payments.
• Independent contractor engagement.
Application Process
