Astrophysics PhD

mercor · AI/ML

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ContractUSD 70–90 / hourlyPosted Sep 14, 2026

Source: Himalayas

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AI/ML
Employment type
Contract
Experience level
Senior
Job salary
USD 70–90 / hourly

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Original employer: mercorSource ATS: HimalayasJob status: Active

Mercor is seeking a Physics PhD expert in General Relativity, Astrophysics, or Cosmology to develop data sets for AI training, fully remote for candidates based in Canada.

The successful candidate will collaborate with research teams to create complex problems and refine AI models through structured feedback. This contract role requires independent, asynchronous work and a high degree of technical expertise to ensure the quality and relevance of AI-generated content.

Why You’ll Love This Role

Location restricted to Canada
Hourly rate of $70–90 USD
PhD required
AI research focus
Contract role

What You’ll Bring

PhD in Physics with specialization in General Relativity, Astrophysics, or Cosmology
Graduate degree from US, UK, Canada, or Western Europe
High attention to detail
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Excellent proficiency in English

What You’ll Get

Benefits not specified in the listing

About the Company

Mercor connects elite technical and creative talent with prominent AI research labs. The company is headquartered in San Francisco and is backed by high-profile investors including Benchmark and General Catalyst.

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