About the job
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Mindrift connects talented professionals with project-based AI opportunities at leading tech firms, focusing on the testing, evaluation, and enhancement of AI systems. Please note that participation is project-based and does not constitute permanent employment.
Opportunity Overview
Each project presents distinct tasks, and contributors may be involved in:
- Creating original computational physics challenges that replicate real-world physics research processes;
- Formulating problems that necessitate Python programming solutions (utilizing libraries such as Numpy, SciPy, Sympy);
- Ensuring that tasks are computationally demanding and cannot be resolved manually within practical timeframes (days/weeks);
- Designing challenges that involve complex reasoning in mechanics, electromagnetism, thermodynamics, and quantum mechanics;
- Developing problems based on authentic research issues or practical applications in the field of physics;
- Validating solutions with Python using standard physics simulation libraries;
- Clearly documenting problem statements and providing verified correct answers.
Candidate Profile
This role is ideal for optical engineers experienced in Python who are open to part-time, non-permanent project work. The ideal candidates will possess:
- A degree in Physics (Theoretical, Experimental, or Computational) or a related discipline;
- Proficiency in Python for numerical validation. Familiarity with MATLAB, R, C, SQL, Numpy, Pandas, SciPy, domain-specific libraries, Stata, or knowledge of any programming language is acceptable;
- A minimum of 2 years of professional experience: applicable experience may include applied, research, or teaching roles;
- Experience with numerical simulation techniques;
- The ability to create problems that reflect genuine physics research workflows;
- Creative problem-solving skills across various physics domains;
- Familiarity with physics modeling and approximation strategies;
- Strong written English proficiency (C1+).
Application Process
Steps to participate: Apply → Pass qualifications → Join a project → Complete tasks → Receive payment.
Project Time Commitment
During active phases, project tasks are expected to require approximately 10–20 hours per week, depending on project specifics. This is an estimate and not a guaranteed workload for the project duration.
Compensation
Contributors can earn up to $45 per hour, contingent on their expertise and contribution pace. Compensation rates may vary across different projects based on scope, complexity, and required skills. Please note that other projects on the platform may present different earning potentials based on their specific requirements.
