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 Qualificatio

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