Full-time

Remote Physics PhD Astrophysics Specialist

Posted by Mercor • June 04, 2026

📍 montreal (administrative region), qc, Canada
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Description

Mercor is on the lookout for a remote Astrophysics Specialist with a PhD in Physics, particularly in General Relativity or Cosmology. Play a pivotal role in developing innovative AI solutions through complex problem formulation.
This contract position involves creating high-quality data sets and analyzing AI model impacts on the astrophysics domain. You will need to manage 4–6 independent tasks each week, requiring in-depth attention to detail and collaboration with AI research teams.
Key Responsibilities:
• Formulate complex problems in General Relativity and Cosmology
• Analyze how AI influences innovations in astrophysics
• Collaborate with AI teams to maintain data quality
• Independently tackle multiple tasks weekly
• Follow complex instructions with precision
Requirements:
• PhD in Physics with a focus on astrophysics
• Graduate degree from US, UK, Canada, or Western Europe
• Strong attention to detail in all work
• Outstanding verbal and writt...

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