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$80 - $160/hourpayPhysics MasteryExpert Judgment in Ambiguous CasesMeta-Level ReasoningResearch LeadershipDefensible Written Articulationmicro1 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 (Professor / Principal Investigator) Role Type: Contractor. Location: Remote micro1 is engaging Physics Experts—established Professors or Principal Investigators—to provide high-level domain guidance as part of an impactful project for a customer. 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 • Adjudicate and render expert judgment on contested or competing physics arguments, solutions, or interpretations within your subfield., • Compare alternative approaches to the same problem, detailing which is superior, under what assumptions, and in which regimes., • Identify and articulate meta-level criteria for evaluating the robustness and validity of competing physics work, such as key assumptions and breaking points of approximations., • Exercise calibrated confidence by providing authoritative assessments while transparently acknowledging genuine uncertainty or open questions in the field., • Draft defensible written evaluations suitable for review by fellow senior physicists, ensuring clarity and rigor., • Leverage technical tools such as LaTeX, SymPy, Python, and Jupyter to verify or contrast technical claims as needed., • Clearly communicate when a question is unresolved within the field and delineate the pertinent considerations. Preferred Qualifications • PhD in physics with demonstrated expertise and scholarly impact in your specified subfield., • Current or former Associate Professor, Full Professor, Chair Professor, or Principal Investigator/Group Leader with a track record of independent research leadership., • Ongoing research activity in one or more of these areas: High Energy Physics, Mathematical Physics, Biophysics, Statistical Physics, Condensed Matter, AMO/Quantum Optics, Gravitation, Cosmology, Astrophysics, Quantum Information, or Optical Properties of Materials., • 3–5 recent representative publications in your target subfield, with arXiv or DOI references., • Prior experience supervising PhD students or postdocs, or equivalent leadership in industry research settings., • Proficiency with LaTeX, SymPy, Python, and Jupyter (please indicate any gaps in experience with these tools)., • Exceptional written communication skills, with the ability to articulate nuanced and well-reasoned judgments.

$80 - $140/hourpayPhysics MasteryWritten Technical CommunicationTechnical Problem-Solving DepthMathematical & Computational Fluencymicro1 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 (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 • Solve advanced physics problems from your specialization, delivering rigorous, well-documented derivations and analyses., • Produce technically precise, clearly written solutions, detailing all assumptions, approximations, and final results using LaTeX mathematical notation., • Utilize SymPy, Python, and Jupyter for symbolic or numerical verification and clear computational workflows where relevant., • Identify and articulate subtleties in problem statements, including special cases, boundary conditions, and dimensional consistency., • Flag ambiguities in project materials, proposing well-reasoned interpretations and clarifications as needed., • Iterate on submitted solutions in response to feedback from project reviewers, ensuring corrections are cleanly integrated., • Uphold rigorous standards in documentation and reproducibility consistent with professional research practice. Preferred Qualifications • PhD in physics or advanced-stage PhD candidacy, with active research experience in a relevant subfield., • 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., • 2–5 recent representative publications (past ~5 years) in your field, with accessible arXiv or DOI records., • Proficiency with LaTeX for presenting mathematics, and with SymPy, Python, and Jupyter for computational work; willingness to indicate areas for further support if needed., • Demonstrated excellence in written technical communication, with a track record of producing clear, precise, and well-argued scientific outputs., • Strong analytical skills, able to isolate key physical principles and provide nuanced solutions to complex problems., • Availability to engage with the project consistently over an 8–10 week period (approx. 10 hours/week).

$80 - $150/hourpayPhysics MasteryWritten Technical CommunicationCritical Evaluation & Error DetectionCalibrated Technical JudgmentVerification & Cross-Checking Fluencymicro1 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: Contractor Location: 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, 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 • Critically evaluate and review physics solutions, mathematical derivations, and theoretical arguments generated by researchers or AI platforms., • Detect errors, unjustified steps, missing assumptions, dimensional inconsistencies, and weaknesses in logic or methodology., • Delineate between substantive scientific issues and stylistic or cosmetic matters, providing technically precise written feedback., • Articulate and document the reasoning behind any identified flaws, ensuring actionable guidance for improvement., • Recognize when correct reasoning can be optimized, and offer suggestions to sharpen or clarify the argument., • Utilize LaTeX, SymPy, Python, and Jupyter to independently verify or counter-check scientific claims as appropriate., • Deliver structured feedback designed to support iterative enhancement of submitted work and project outcomes. Preferred Qualifications • PhD 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 scientist., • Recent (last ~5 years) representative publications in the relevant subfield, with arXiv or DOI links., • Advanced proficiency with LaTeX, SymPy, Python, and Jupyter for theoretical modeling and computational validation., • Demonstrated skill in reviewing the work of others—through peer review, supervision, dissertation committees, or group seminars., • Exceptional written communication skills with the ability to convey nuanced, constructive feedback with technical rigor., • Reliable access to high-speed internet and a computer suitable for rigorous technical work.

Job DescriptionDescription: Responsible for quality control as well as conducting training and support for all Nikon service subsidiaries managed under Nikon U.S.A. including, but not limited to, Nikon group companies in Americas, oversea distributors for the Americas, sub-contractors, and authorized service centers in the U.S.. Investigate, resolve, and report concerning issues with Imaging and SRO equipment sent into Service to Nikon Corp. Supervise technicians and participate in special projects for the Service dept. Requirements: ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY: • Responsible for the supervision of Nikon technicians and monitoring the quality of their work, • Gather information regarding various issues with new and existing products, and provide feedback to Nikon Corp., • Evaluate repaired product to ensure quality workmanship, • Monitor re-repairs and provide re-training as necessary, • Provide support in Service activities to subsidiaries managed under Nikon Inc. including Nikon Canada, and Nikon Mexico, • Create Service instructions for new products, • Work directly with Technical Supervisor to update in-house technical staff, subcontractors, refurbishing facilities, overseas distributors, and Authorized Repair Centers on processes outlined on new TIE and SIE documents, • Oversee quality enhancements and improvement measures, • Advise technicians on repair and service matters, • Plan and conduct repair training for internal offices, overseas distributors, sub-contractors and authorized service centers, • Check and distribute all information and documents related to Service, • Oversee the maintenance operations for professional services for various events, • Travel overnight as needed in order to fulfill essential functions and key responsibilities, • Work outside of normal hours of operation, as needed, in order to fulfill essential functions and responsibilities Ancillary responsibilities: • Complete and administer performance evaluations for all direct reports, • Answer technical questions from other departments, • Participate in special projects assigned by Managers in Service, • All other duties as required or needed KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES: • 5 - 10 years technical experience, • 2 years digital or photography experience, • Associates Degree or equivalent from Technical School preferred, • Knowledge or reading and interpreting Service documents, • SAP knowledge preferred, • Working knowledge of electronics, mechanics and optics, • Working knowledge of Nikon software (i.e. View, Capture) and Photoshop, • Working knowledge of photography technology, equipment and accessories, • Working knowledge of repair tools and equipment, • Basic computer experience (e.g. Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.), • Ability to travel (includes overnight), • Ability to work outside of regularly scheduled work hours as needed