Physics Specialist

Turing • Austin, TX

20h • Remote

About The Position

Turing is hiring Physics Specialists for remote contract work supporting leading AI labs. Specialists use their physics expertise to help fine-tune large language models, design problems that test AI performance, assess AI solutions, and collaborate with researchers to develop better benchmarks. Topics may range from undergraduate to PhD-level physics, including mechanics, electromagnetism, and thermodynamics. No AI experience is required.

The role pays $100 or more per hour, depending on the role and candidate expertise. Work is flexible, with assignments of up to 40 hours per week and defined start and end dates. Shortlisted candidates complete an evaluation before selection.

Turing is based in San Francisco, California, and describes itself as a research accelerator for frontier AI labs and a partner to global enterprises deploying advanced AI systems. After applying, candidates receive an email with a login link to access the portal and complete their profile.

Requirements

• PhD, either pursuing or completed, in Physics, Applied Physics, or a related field.
• Strong physics reasoning and problem-solving skills across advanced domains.
• Ability to communicate complex ideas clearly in writing and provide structured feedback.

Responsibilities

• Design advanced physics problems to test AI performance, including in areas such as mechanics, electromagnetism, and thermodynamics.
• Develop clear, step-by-step solutions using rigorous logic.
• Evaluate AI outputs for accuracy and quality of reasoning.
• Collaborate with researchers to refine benchmarks spanning undergraduate to PhD-level physics topics.

Benefits

• Fully remote work.
• Flexible weekly hours.
• Work on cutting-edge AI projects with leading LLM companies.
• Pay rate of $100 or more per hour, depending on role and candidate expertise.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree