Research Physicist - Freelance AI Trainer
Remote · South Africa or Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
Job Summary
Project-based role for a Research Physicist specializing in optics/physics problem design and AI-trainer contributions. Responsibilities include designing original optics problems that simulate real physics research workflows, ensuring problems are computationally intensive, developing problems requiring non-trivial reasoning in mechanics, electromagnetism, thermodynamics, and quantum mechanics, basing problems on real research challenges or practical applications, and documenting problem statements with verified correct answers. Ideal candidates have a physics degree, 2+ years of applicable experience, proficiency in numerical simulation methods, strong English writing, and the ability to create problems mirroring authentic physics research workflows. Time commitment estimated at 10–20 hours per week during active phases, with compensation up to $26/hour equivalent depending on level and pace of contribution.
Required Qualifications
- Degree in Physics (Theoretical, Experimental, or Computational) or related fields
- 2+ years of professional experience: applied, research, or teaching experience is applicable
- Experience with numerical simulation methods
- Ability to design problems that mirror real physics research workflows
- Creative thinking in problem design across diverse physics areas
- Familiarity with physics modeling and approximation techniques
- Strong written English (C1+)
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