Astrophysics Researcher - Fully Remote | Upto $100/hr

About the job Mercor connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. Headquartered in San Francisco, our investors include Benchmark , General Catalyst , Peter Thiel , Adam D'Angelo , Larry Summers , and Jack Dorsey . Position: Astrophysics & Cosmology Expert Type: Contract Compensation: $70–$100/hour Location: Remote Commitment: 15–20 hours/week Role Responsibilities • Design challenging computational problems to test AI systems using real scientific software. • Develop problems requiring strategic planning and multi-step workflows for AI to uncover hidden data. • Refine problems through iterative testing against state-of-the-art AI models . • Utilize astropy and related tools for cosmological calculations and data analysis. • Work independently to enhance problem designs based on feedback. • Collaborate asynchronously with teams to ensure problem difficulty is optimal. Qualifications Must-Have …