AI Tutor, Physics Specialist (contract), Handshake AI

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🌍 Remote📍 Remote (USA)Contract💰 USD 80–80

About this role

About the Role

We're looking for a Physics Specialist to contribute deep scientific expertise to AI model evaluation. You'll craft and assess challenging physics problems, probe model reasoning at the frontier, and help identify where models fail under rigorous scientific scrutiny.

What You'll Do

  • Develop and evaluate high-difficulty physics prompts spanning classical mechanics, quantum mechanics, electromagnetism, thermodynamics, and related areas

  • Use adversarial prompting techniques to expose errors in model reasoning and problem-solving

  • Provide expert critique of AI-generated responses, assessing both correctness and depth

  • Work closely with project leads to uphold quality benchmarks

What We're Looking For

  • PhD in Physics or a closely related field

  • Graduate-level expertise across multiple areas of physics

  • Prior hands-on experience in AI data annotation or RLHF

  • Excellent written communication and analytical skills

  • Experts based out of the US, Canada, Mexico, UK, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, and Spain

Extra Credit

  • Publications in peer-reviewed physics or astronomy journals.

  • Experience with adversarial prompting, model evaluation, or AI red teaming strongly preferred

  • Teaching, tutoring, or curriculum development experience in physical chemistry or theoretical sciences.

  • Background in scientific annotation or technical quality assurance.

Additional Information

  • Location: Fully remote (no visa sponsorship available if based in the US)

  • Schedule: Flexible hours — contribute as much or as little as you’d like each week. (No minimum hours per week, capped at 40hrs/week.)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the salary for the AI Tutor, Physics Specialist (contract), Handshake AI role at handshake?
The listed salary for this AI Tutor, Physics Specialist (contract), Handshake AI position at handshake is USD 80–80. This is a remote Contract role.
Is the AI Tutor, Physics Specialist (contract), Handshake AI job at handshake remote?
Yes, this AI Tutor, Physics Specialist (contract), Handshake AI position at handshake is remote, with team members based in Remote (USA). You can work from home or anywhere in the supported regions.
Is the AI Tutor, Physics Specialist (contract), Handshake AI role at handshake full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Contract position. It is posted as a AI Tutor, Physics Specialist (contract), Handshake AI role in the AI Trainer department at handshake.
Which team or department does the AI Tutor, Physics Specialist (contract), Handshake AI at handshake belong to?
This AI Tutor, Physics Specialist (contract), Handshake AI position is part of the AI Trainer department at handshake. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the AI Tutor, Physics Specialist (contract), Handshake AI position at handshake?
Click the "Apply Now" button on this page. You will be redirected to handshake's official application portal hosted on ashby where you can submit your application directly.
When was the AI Tutor, Physics Specialist (contract), Handshake AI job at handshake posted?
This AI Tutor, Physics Specialist (contract), Handshake AI position at handshake was posted on Jul 21, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
AI Tutor, Physics Specialist (contract), Handshake AI
handshake · 💰 USD 80–80
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