Remote Physics Expert (Postdoc / Junior professor)
7 hours ago
Nottingham
Physics Expert (Postdoc / Junior professor) Required SkillsPhysics Mastery Written Technical CommunicationCritical Evaluation & Error DetectionCalibrated Technical Judgment About micro1micro1 is the leading AI data lab for training frontier models and evaluating AI agents. Experts contribute their diverse subject matter knowledge across domains such as finance, healthcare, STEM engineering, and more. micro1 transforms that real-world expertise into high-quality training data, evaluations, and feedback loops that improve how AI systems learn, reason, and perform. Our platform identifies and vets top talent through an AI recruiter, enabling high-quality expert contributions at scale. We aim to enable 1 billion people to do meaningful work by applying their expertise to AI. As our global expert network grows, micro1 is building the human intelligence layer for frontier AI. Role Title: Physics Expert (Postdoc / Junior professor) Role Type: ContractorLocation: Remote (US, Canada, UK focused) micro1 is engaging Physics Experts (Postdoc / Junior professor) to participate in a high-impact project supporting a customer in the science and technology sector. In this role, youll 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 WorkCritically evaluate and review physics solutions, mathematical derivations, and theoretical arguments generated by researchers or AI platformsDetect errors, unjustified steps, missing assumptions, dimensional inconsistencies, and weaknesses in logic or methodologyDelineate between substantive scientific issues and stylistic or cosmetic matters, providing technically precise written feedbackArticulate and document the reasoning behind any identified flaws, ensuring actionable guidance for improvementRecognize when correct reasoning can be optimized, and offer suggestions to sharpen or clarify the argumentUtilize LaTeX, SymPy, Python, and Jupyter to independently verify or counter-check scientific claims as appropriateDeliver structured feedback designed to support iterative enhancement of submitted work and project outcomesPreferred QualificationsPhD in physics and an active record of independent research within a specialized subfield (e.g., High Energy/Mathematical Physics, Biophysics/Statistical Physics, Condensed Matter, AMO/Quantum Optics, Gravitation/Cosmology, Quantum Information, or Optical Materials)Experience as a postdoctoral researcher, research fellow, junior/assistant professor, or senior research scientistRecent (last ~5 years) representative publications in the relevant subfield, with arXiv or DOI linksAdvanced proficiency with LaTeX, SymPy, Python, and Jupyter for theoretical modeling and computational validationDemonstrated skill in reviewing the work of others—through peer review, supervision, dissertation committees, or group seminarsExceptional written communication skills with the ability to convey nuanced, constructive feedback with technical rigorReliable access to high-speed internet and a computer suitable for rigorous technical work