Astrophysics Researcher - Fully Remote | Upto $100/hr

About the job Mercor connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. Headquartered in San Francisco, our investors include Benchmark , General Catalyst , Peter Thiel , Adam D'Angelo , Larry Summers , and Jack Dorsey . Position: Astrophysics & Cosmology Expert Type: Contract Compensation: $70–$100/hour Location: Remote Commitment: 15–20 hours/week Role Responsibilities - Design challenging computational problems to test AI systems using real scientific software. - Develop problems requiring strategic planning and multi-step workflows for AI to uncover hidden data. - Refine problems through iterative testing against state-of-the-art AI models . - Utilize astropy and related tools for cosmological calculations and data analysis. - Work independently to enhance problem designs based on feedback. - Collaborate asynchronously with teams to ensure problem difficulty is optimal. Qualifications Must-Have - Graduate-level training in a relevant STEM field ( MS, PhD, or equivalent research experience ). - Proven proficiency with scientific software libraries through research publications or professional work. - Strong Python skills for writing problem setups and solution validators. - Comfortable in a Linux/terminal environment with remote compute sandboxes. - Available for at least 15–20 hours per week . Preferred - Experience across multiple domains or tools. - Familiarity with benchmark or evaluation design. - Background in scientific teaching or exam/problem-set design. - Experience with computational reproducibility and containerized environments. Application Process (Takes 20–30 mins to complete) - Upload resume - AI interview based on your resume - Submit form Resources & Support - For details about the interview process and platform information, please check: - For any help or support, reach out to: PS: Our team reviews applications daily. Please complete your AI interview and application steps to be considered for this opportunity. Originally posted on Himalayas