Physics Expert (PhD / Postdoc)

Overview

Responsibilities

• Solve advanced problems in your physics specialty with rigorous, documented derivations and analyses.
• Write precise solutions using LaTeX, stating assumptions, approximations and results. Use SymPy, Python and Jupyter for symbolic or numerical checks when relevant.
• Explain special cases, boundary conditions and dimensional consistency; flag unclear project materials and propose reasoned interpretations or clarifications.
• Revise submitted solutions after reviewer feedback, cleanly incorporating corrections. Keep documentation and reproducibility at professional research standards.

Preferred

• PhD in physics or advanced-stage PhD candidacy with active research experience.
• Research in High Energy Physics, Mathematical Physics, Biophysics, Statistical Physics, Condensed Matter (including moire systems, magnetism, PXP/Rydberg), AMO/Quantum Optics, Gravitation, Cosmology, Astrophysics, Quantum Information or Optical Properties of Materials.
• 2-5 representative publications from roughly the past five years, with accessible arXiv or DOI records.
• LaTeX proficiency and computational work with SymPy, Python and Jupyter; willingness to identify support needs.
• Excellent written technical communication backed by clear, precise scientific work; strong analysis that isolates key physical principles and handles complex problems.
• Availability for consistent work over 8-10 weeks at approximately 10 hours per week.

Engagement and pay

• Contractor role. The source schedule says 10-15+ hours weekly with full flexibility, including after-hours/weekends. Its preferred availability also says approximately 10 hours weekly over 8-10 weeks; both statements are retained.
• Advertised pay is $100-$200/hour.

Eligibility

• Open to candidates worldwide.