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High Energy Physicist (PhD)

  • Pay: $80 to $110 / hour
  • Contract: Contract
  • Who can apply: Open worldwide
  • Posted Sep 25, 2026

In short

Do you hold a PhD and want to work on advanced physics research challenges for frontier AI models? Simply Remotely presents a freelance remote position through Mercor paying 80 to 110 USD per hour, with 3 openings available for qualified physicists.

What you will do

  • Create or solve research-grade physics problems in your own subfield
  • Review or audit completed work from other specialists
  • Write clear reasoning so other specialists can verify your work independently

What you need to apply

  • Hold a PhD in high energy theory, nuclear theory, or a closely related field
  • Have published work on the specific phenomenon required for your area
  • Demonstrate expertise in relevant physics methods through your own publications

Who can apply

This opportunity is open worldwide with no country restrictions, and students may apply if they meet the credentials.

My tip

At Simply Remotely, we advise you to read the benchmark paper arXiv:2509.26574 and ensure your publication record matches the specific phenomenon before applying.

Originally published on Mercor

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