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Research Consultant - Physics AI

Memphis, TN · Remote

$80 - $140/hr

Uphold rigorous standards in documentation and reproducibility consistent with professional research practice. Preferred Qualifications * PhD in physics or advanced-stage PhD candidacy, with active ...

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Research Consultant - Physics AI

Plantation, FL · Remote

$80 - $140/hr

Uphold rigorous standards in documentation and reproducibility consistent with professional research practice. Preferred Qualifications * PhD in physics or advanced-stage PhD candidacy, with active ...

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Research Consultant - Physics AI

Concord, NC · Remote

$80 - $140/hr

Uphold rigorous standards in documentation and reproducibility consistent with professional research practice. Preferred Qualifications * PhD in physics or advanced-stage PhD candidacy, with active ...

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Research Consultant - Physics AI

Buckeye, AZ · Remote

$80 - $140/hr

Uphold rigorous standards in documentation and reproducibility consistent with professional research practice. Preferred Qualifications * PhD in physics or advanced-stage PhD candidacy, with active ...

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Research Consultant - Physics AI

Des Moines, IA · Remote

$80 - $140/hr

Uphold rigorous standards in documentation and reproducibility consistent with professional research practice. Preferred Qualifications * PhD in physics or advanced-stage PhD candidacy, with active ...

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Research Consultant - Physics AI

Palm Bay, FL · Remote

$80 - $140/hr

Uphold rigorous standards in documentation and reproducibility consistent with professional research practice. Preferred Qualifications * PhD in physics or advanced-stage PhD candidacy, with active ...

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Research Consultant - Physics AI

Las Cruces, NM · Remote

$80 - $140/hr

Uphold rigorous standards in documentation and reproducibility consistent with professional research practice. Preferred Qualifications * PhD in physics or advanced-stage PhD candidacy, with active ...

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Research Consultant - Physics AI

Lakewood, CO · Remote

$80 - $140/hr

Uphold rigorous standards in documentation and reproducibility consistent with professional research practice. Preferred Qualifications * PhD in physics or advanced-stage PhD candidacy, with active ...

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Research Consultant - Physics AI

Tucson, AZ · Remote

$80 - $140/hr

Uphold rigorous standards in documentation and reproducibility consistent with professional research practice. Preferred Qualifications * PhD in physics or advanced-stage PhD candidacy, with active ...

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Research Consultant - Physics AI

Fort Worth, TX · Remote

$80 - $140/hr

Uphold rigorous standards in documentation and reproducibility consistent with professional research practice. Preferred Qualifications * PhD in physics or advanced-stage PhD candidacy, with active ...

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Research Consultant - Physics AI

Syracuse, NY · Remote

$80 - $140/hr

Uphold rigorous standards in documentation and reproducibility consistent with professional research practice. Preferred Qualifications * PhD in physics or advanced-stage PhD candidacy, with active ...

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Research Consultant - Physics AI

Springfield, IL · Remote

$80 - $140/hr

Uphold rigorous standards in documentation and reproducibility consistent with professional research practice. Preferred Qualifications * PhD in physics or advanced-stage PhD candidacy, with active ...

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Research Consultant - Physics AI

Round Rock, TX · Remote

$80 - $140/hr

Uphold rigorous standards in documentation and reproducibility consistent with professional research practice. Preferred Qualifications * PhD in physics or advanced-stage PhD candidacy, with active ...

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Research Consultant - Physics AI

Jackson, MS · Remote

$80 - $140/hr

Uphold rigorous standards in documentation and reproducibility consistent with professional research practice. Preferred Qualifications * PhD in physics or advanced-stage PhD candidacy, with active ...

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Research Consultant - Physics AI

Vancouver, WA · Remote

$80 - $140/hr

Uphold rigorous standards in documentation and reproducibility consistent with professional research practice. Preferred Qualifications * PhD in physics or advanced-stage PhD candidacy, with active ...

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Research Consultant - Physics AI

Sugar Land, TX · Remote

$80 - $140/hr

Uphold rigorous standards in documentation and reproducibility consistent with professional research practice. Preferred Qualifications * PhD in physics or advanced-stage PhD candidacy, with active ...

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Research Consultant - Physics AI

Lexington, KY · Remote

$80 - $140/hr

Uphold rigorous standards in documentation and reproducibility consistent with professional research practice. Preferred Qualifications * PhD in physics or advanced-stage PhD candidacy, with active ...

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As of Aug 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for professional research physicist in the United States is $94,805.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $59,000.00 and $112,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Professional Research Physicist vs Research Scientist?

AspectProfessional Research PhysicistResearch Scientist
Required CredentialsAdvanced degree in physics (Ph.D.) often requiredMaster's or Ph.D. in relevant field, depending on specialization
Work EnvironmentResearch labs, universities, government agenciesResearch institutions, industry R&D departments
Employer & Industry UsagePrimarily in academia, government, and specialized research firmsBroadly in academia, industry, and private sector R&D

The main difference between a Professional Research Physicist and a Research Scientist lies in their titles' typical usage and focus. Professional Research Physicists often work in highly specialized physics research roles, frequently requiring advanced degrees and working in government or academic settings. Research Scientists may have similar qualifications but work across a broader range of scientific disciplines and industries. Both roles involve conducting experiments, analyzing data, and contributing to scientific knowledge, but the title 'Professional Research Physicist' emphasizes a specialized physics focus.

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Research Consultant - Physics AI

micro1 AI

Memphis, TN • Remote

$80 - $140/hr

Part-time

Posted 12 days ago

Job description

Role Title: Physics Expert (PhD / Postdoc)


Role Type: Contractor.


Location: Remote


micro1 is engaging Physics Experts (PhD / Postdoc) to contribute deep scientific knowledge and problem-solving skills to a high-impact customer project. In this role, you'll apply your expertise to help train next-generation AI systems. Your work will shape how models learn, reason, and perform through high-quality, real-world input. No prior experience in AI is required — your domain knowledge is what matters.


Scope of Work

  1. Solve advanced physics problems from your specialization, delivering rigorous, well-documented derivations and analyses.
  2. Produce technically precise, clearly written solutions, detailing all assumptions, approximations, and final results using LaTeX mathematical notation.
  3. Utilize SymPy, Python, and Jupyter for symbolic or numerical verification and clear computational workflows where relevant.
  4. Identify and articulate subtleties in problem statements, including special cases, boundary conditions, and dimensional consistency.
  5. Flag ambiguities in project materials, proposing well-reasoned interpretations and clarifications as needed.
  6. Iterate on submitted solutions in response to feedback from project reviewers, ensuring corrections are cleanly integrated.
  7. Uphold rigorous standards in documentation and reproducibility consistent with professional research practice.


Preferred Qualifications

  1. PhD in physics or advanced-stage PhD candidacy, with active research experience in a relevant subfield.
  2. Research expertise in one or more of: High Energy Physics, Mathematical Physics, Biophysics, Statistical Physics, Condensed Matter (including moiré systems, magnetism, PXP/Rydberg), AMO/Quantum Optics, Gravitation, Cosmology, Astrophysics, Quantum Information, or Optical Properties of Materials.
  3. 2–5 recent representative publications (past ~5 years) in your field, with accessible arXiv or DOI records.
  4. Proficiency with LaTeX for presenting mathematics, and with SymPy, Python, and Jupyter for computational work; willingness to indicate areas for further support if needed.
  5. Demonstrated excellence in written technical communication, with a track record of producing clear, precise, and well-argued scientific outputs.
  6. Strong analytical skills, able to isolate key physical principles and provide nuanced solutions to complex problems.
  7. Availability to engage with the project consistently over an 8–10 week period (approx. 10 hours/week).

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