Particle Physics Expert - Computational Specialist

About the job

Mercor connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. Headquartered in San Francisco, our investors include Benchmark , General Catalyst , Peter Thiel , Adam D'Angelo , Larry Summers , and Jack Dorsey .

Position: Particle & Nuclear Physics Expert

Type: Contract

Compensation: $70–$100/hour

Location: Remote

Commitment: 15–20 hours/week

Role Responsibilities

• Design challenging computational problems to evaluate AI capabilities in Particle & Nuclear Physics .
• Develop problems requiring skilled use of scikit-hep and related HEP Python tools for data analysis and simulations.
• Test and refine problems against state-of-the-art AI models to achieve target difficulty.
• Collaborate on problem-solving strategies that involve strategic planning and efficient data interpretation.
• Work independently to refine problem designs based on feedback and testing outcomes.
• Utilize Linux/terminal environments and remote compute sandboxes effectively.

Qualifications

Must-Have

• Graduate-level training in a relevant STEM field ( MS, PhD, or equivalent research experience ).
• Proficiency with at least one scientific software library, demonstrated through research publications or professional work.
• Strong Python skills for writing problem setups and solution validators.
• Ability to work independently and refine designs based on feedback.
• Comfortable in a Linux/terminal environment .

Preferred

• Experience across multiple domains or tools.
• Familiarity with benchmark or evaluation design.
• Background in scientific teaching or exam/problem-set design.
• Experience with computational reproducibility and containerized environments.

Application Process (Takes 20–30 mins to complete)

• Upload resume
• AI interview based on your resume
• Submit form

Resources & Support

• For details about the interview process and platform information, please check: https://talent.docs.mercor.com/welcome
• For any help or support, reach out to: support@mercor.com

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