About this opportunity
Confidential lists this Physical Sciences Research Assistant opportunity in Otay Mesa, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Role Overview
Apply physical sciences expertise to create high-quality training and evaluation materials that help next-generation AI systems learn, reason, and perform. This remote contract role focuses on real-world experimental analysis, computational modeling, and technical reasoning. No prior AI experience is required.
Key Responsibilities
Design and write advanced physical sciences evaluation tasks covering experimental analysis, computational modeling, and technical reasoning.
Source, synthesize, and curate research artifacts, including CSV datasets, spreadsheets, computational results, and scientific references.
Create realistic technical scenarios and problem statements that reflect complex real-world challenges rather than simplified textbook examples.
Define rigorous methodologies and quantitative solutions for each task.
Develop detailed grading rubrics with 35 or more items to assess technical rigor, numerical accuracy, interpretation quality, and adherence to scientific protocols.
Document protocols and experimental reasoning clearly to support reproducibility and consistent rubric application.
Work with project leads to maintain methodological integrity and benchmark relevance.
Qualifications
Bachelor''s or Master''s degree in physics, chemistry, materials science, or a closely related field.
At least 2 years of hands-on research experience or applied technical project work in a physical sciences domain.
Strong methodological rigor, experimental reasoning, quantitative analysis, technical documentation, and protocol and rubric fidelity.
Ability to clearly document complex technical procedures and results in professional written English.
Experience creating or evaluating scientific rubrics or assessments is preferred.
Familiarity with large volumes of technical data and document formats such as PDFs and spreadsheets.
Work Terms
Remote, independent contractor engagement.
Work is output-based and paid for tasks that meet project specifications. Completion time varies by experience and workflow.
Minimum submission requirements apply, including a minimum number of tasks submitted each week.
Roles are typically filled within 48 hours. Selected candidates should be prepared to begin their first tasks within 24 to 48 hours after completing onboarding.
Compensation
$30 to $50 per hour.
Application Process
Submit an application using an email address or a connected Google account. Selected applicants complete onboarding before beginning assignments.
Who can apply
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