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Physicist

SME Careers

AI Expert - Physics Contractor · Full-time Long-term
Brazil, Germany, India, United States Up to $70/hr May 21, 2026

Job description

SME Careers is seeking experienced Physicists to contribute expertise toward improving advanced AI systems on physics reasoning, scientific analysis, and complex problem-solving tasks.

This remote contractor role focuses on reviewing, evaluating, and improving AI-generated physics solutions and scientific reasoning across a wide range of theoretical and applied physics topics.

Contributors will help improve how AI systems understand and communicate:

  • Physical reasoning
  • Mathematical problem-solving
  • Scientific modeling
  • Experimental analysis
  • Theoretical explanations
  • Complex systems thinking

This is an expert network opportunity. While there may not be an immediate active project, qualified candidates may be prioritized for future assignments and ongoing AI training initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

  • Review AI-generated physics responses for:

    • Technical accuracy
    • Logical consistency
    • Methodological quality
    • Scientific correctness
    • Clarity of explanation
  • Evaluate physics solutions involving:

    • Mechanics
    • Electromagnetism
    • Optics
    • Thermodynamics
    • Statistical mechanics
    • Systems modeling
  • Identify:

    • Calculation errors
    • Methodological flaws
    • Incorrect assumptions
    • Weak conceptual understanding
    • Incomplete reasoning
  • Create and refine:

    • AI training prompts
    • Physics explanations
    • Model solutions
    • Scientific reasoning tasks
  • Rank and compare AI-generated responses based on:

    • Physics correctness
    • Reasoning quality
    • Scientific rigor
    • Communication clarity
  • Test AI systems for:

    • Inaccuracies
    • Biases
    • Weak scientific reasoning
    • Reliability issues

Required Qualifications

  • MS or PhD in:
    • Physics
    • Related scientific discipline

from a top 100 university.

  • Strong understanding of:

    • Physical reasoning
    • Mechanics
    • Electromagnetism
    • Optics
    • Thermodynamics
    • Statistical mechanics
    • Systems modeling
  • Experience developing or critically reviewing:

    • Problem sets
    • Proofs
    • Textbook material
    • Research notes
    • Scientific content
  • Strong fact-checking and analytical skills across scientific domains

  • Ability to clearly communicate advanced physics concepts and connect theory to practical applications

  • Published research in peer-reviewed journals

  • Excellent written communication skills with C1+ English proficiency

Preferred Qualifications

  • Background in:

    • Research
    • Analytical writing
    • Debate
    • Programming
    • Advanced scientific analysis
  • Experience with:

    • AI training
    • RLHF
    • Data labeling
    • AI model evaluation

Skills & Technologies

  • Physics
  • Computational Physics
  • Experimental Physics
  • Theoretical Physics
  • Nuclear Physics
  • Laser Physics
  • Medical Physics
  • Scientific Research
  • Systems Modeling
  • Scientific Reasoning

Work Details

  • Remote contract role
  • Flexible schedule
  • Weekly payments after approved work
  • Referral bonus opportunities available

About SME Careers

SME Careers is an AI Data Services company and subsidiary of SuperAnnotate focused on helping leading AI labs improve advanced AI systems using real-world scientific expertise.

Contributors help shape the future of AI by improving scientific reasoning, technical communication, and advanced physics problem-solving.

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