Remote Physics Expert (PhD)

Turing, headquartered in San Francisco, California, is a global leader in accelerating frontier AI research and a trusted partner for enterprises deploying advanced AI systems. The company supports its customers by providing high-quality data, advanced training pipelines, and access to top AI researchers specializing in coding, reasoning, STEM, multilinguality, multimodality, and agents. Turing helps enterprises move AI from proof of concept to reliable, proprietary intelligence that delivers measurable business impact and drives lasting results.

In this role, you will contribute to fine-tuning large language models, such as ChatGPT, by applying your strong analytical skills and deep understanding of Physics. The ideal candidate will have a solid foundation in Physics, comparable to the level expected in engineering entrance exams and graduate or PhD programs. You will be responsible for breaking down complex Physics concepts into clear, simple explanations while working efficiently. This position also offers the opportunity to enhance your analytical capabilities by leveraging AI tools, helping you future-proof your career in an AI-driven world.

Key Responsibilities:
- Design and solve challenging Physics problems to test the limits of large language models.
- Develop clear, high-quality, step-by-step solutions with well-articulated reasoning.
- Collaborate closely with LLM researchers to ensure problems align with evaluation goals, focusing on areas where models typically face difficulties such as abstraction, multi-step reasoning, and symbolic manipulation.
- Assist in defining new evaluation benchmarks based on Physics curricula ranging from early undergraduate to PhD-level topics.

Required Qualifications:
- Strong research and analytical skills with the ability to approach problems methodically.
- Ability to provide constructive feedback and detailed annotations to improve model performance.
- Creative and lateral thinking skills to develop innovative problem-solving approaches.
- Excellent structured communication and collaboration capabilities, especially in a remote work environment.
- Self-motivated and capable of working independently with minimal supervision.
- Access to a reliable desktop or laptop with a stable internet connection to support remote work.

Preferred Qualifications and Benefits:
- Candidates currently pursuing a Ph.D. or postdoctoral degree in Physics, Applied Physics, or related fields are highly encouraged to apply.
- Proven ability to analyze and solve complex Physics problems using a structured and logical approach.
- Skill in explaining Physics concepts clearly using simple language, visuals, and sound scientific reasoning.

Perks of Freelancing with Turing:
- Fully remote work environment allowing flexibility and work-life balance.
- Opportunity to engage with cutting-edge AI projects alongside leading large language model companies.
- Potential for contract extension based on performance and project requirements.

Offer Details:
This is a contractor/freelancer engagement without medical benefits or paid leave. The role offers an excellent chance to contribute to pioneering AI research while honing your expertise in Physics and AI model evaluation.