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Remote Physics Expert (PhD)
About Turing
Based in San Francisco, California, Turing is the world’s leading research accelerator for frontier AI labs and a trusted partner for global enterprises deploying advanced AI systems. Turing supports customers in two ways:
- Accelerates frontier research with high-quality data, advanced training pipelines, and top AI researchers specializing in coding, reasoning, STEM, multilinguality, multimodality, and agents.
- Applies expertise to help enterprises transform AI from proof of concept into proprietary intelligence, ensuring reliable performance, measurable impact, and long-term business results.
Role Overview
In this freelance contract role, you will work on projects to fine-tune large language models (LLMs, such as ChatGPT) using your strong analytical and English comprehension skills.
Ideal Candidate
- A strong foundation in Physics, equivalent to engineering entrance exam level or graduate/PhD-level coursework.
- Ability to break down complex Physics concepts into simple, clear, accessible explanations.
- Self-motivated, disciplined, and capable of efficient remote work.
- Opportunity to grow by leveraging AI as a better analyst in an AI-first world.
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Day-to-Day Responsibilities
- Design and solve: Tackle challenging Physics problems to evaluate LLM limitations.
- Create structured solutions: Develop step-by-step, high-quality solutions with clear reasoning, ideal for benchmarking.
- Collaborate: Work with LLM researchers to align problems with evaluation goals, focusing on areas where models struggle (e.g., abstraction, multi-step reasoning, symbolic manipulation).
- Define benchmarks: Help create new evaluation standards inspired by Physics curricula, spanning early undergraduate to PhD-level topics.
Requirements
Core Skills
- Analytical Rigor: Strong research and analytical capabilities.
- Feedback Quality: Skilled at providing constructive, detailed annotations.
- Creative Problem-Solving: Lateral thinking to approach questions uniquely.
- Structured Communication: Excellent ability to structure explanations and collaborate remotely.
- Independence: Self-directed with a capacity for remote autonomy.
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Technical Setup
- Reliable desktop/laptop with a stable, high-speed internet connection.
Preferred Qualifications
- Currently pursuing a PhD/Postdoctoral degree in Physics, Applied Physics, or a related field.
- Proficiency in structured analysis of complex physics problems.
- Ability to explain technical physics concepts in simple language, incorporating visuals and clear reasoning.
Perks of Freelancing With Turing
✅ Fully remote work environment. ✅ Participation in cutting-edge AI projects with leading LLM companies. ✅ Contract extension prospects based on performance and project demands.
Offer Details
Engagement Type: Contractor/freelancer assignment (no medical benefits or paid leave provided).
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