Research Scientist (Remote | $60-$120/hr)

Principal Research Scientist (Computer Science / Computational Physics)

Position:Principal Research Scientist (Computer Science / Computational Physics)

Type:Contractor — Flexible Part-Time or Full-Time

Compensation:$100–$400/hour

Location:Remote

About the Opportunity

We’re seeking experienced research scientists in computer science, computational physics, or related fields to help advance next-generation AI systems. You’ll work with frontier AI models and agents to explore open research problems, evaluate scientific results, and guide research direction. No prior AI experience is required — deep domain expertise and rigorous scientific judgment are what matter.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and frame foundational open problems, theoretical bounds, and computational challenges.


• Guide AI models through multi-step research involving proofs, algorithms, numerical experiments, and high-performance simulations.


• Validate results through proof checking, computational reproduction, and formal methods.


• Evaluate the novelty, correctness, and significance of research against existing literature.


• Prepare concise research memos documenting findings, partial solutions, and model limitations.


• Recommend promising research directions and problems suited to AI-assisted investigation.


• Establish rigorous standards for assessing scientific progress and research quality.

Required Qualifications

• Strong research expertise in computer science, mathematical physics, or computational physics.


• Exceptional judgment in assessing research novelty, correctness, and significance.


• Strong computational rigor and complex problem-solving skills.


• Ability to evaluate technical work critically, including research outside your immediate specialty.


• Experience with research methods such as theoretical analysis, numerical computation, simulation, or algorithm development.


• Ability to communicate complex findings clearly and document research outcomes.

Preferred Qualifications

• 7–10+ years of active research in computer science or mathematical/computational physics.


• Strong publication record in leading scholarly venues, including recent research published within the past year.


• Recognition through major awards, professional society fellowships, or invited and plenary talks.


• Experience solving recognized open problems or developing influential concepts adopted by other researchers.


• Hands-on experience with high-performance computing, numerical analysis, and computational simulations.


• Experience with program committees, editorial boards, or formal research tools such as Lean, Coq, and SAT/SMT solvers.


• Public contributions outlining open problems or demonstrating research with advanced AI systems.

Compensation

• $100–$400 per hour.


• 4 openings available.


• Flexible part-time or full-time contractor engagement.


• Remote work.

Application Process

1. Submit your application and research background.


2. Complete any required screening or research assessment.


3. Participate in the evaluation process to demonstrate research expertise and scientific judgment.


4. Complete onboarding and begin contributing to advanced AI research projects.