Computational Physics & Algorithmic Computer Science Researcher (PhD) — Remote Systems & Domain Evaluation

As a Computational Physics & Algorithmic Computer Science Researcher (PhD) — Remote Systems & Domain Evaluation with AnyHired ($100 - $400/hour, 100% remote), you will play a direct role in shaping how next-generation AI systems reason through complex problems in Computational rigor, Complex problem solving - Research, Problem framing. This contract offers flexible remote scheduling for qualified professionals across the US, UK, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, and Ireland.

Role Deliverables

• Highlight promising new directions and discoveries for deeper exploration by senior research professionals.
• Demonstrated professional or academic background in Computational rigor, Complex problem solving - Research, Problem framing.
• Strong analytical reasoning and ability to articulate complex concepts clearly in written English.
• High attention to detail when reviewing technical or domain-specific documentation.
• Self-motivated and reliable within an asynchronous remote work environment.
• Identify and propose open problems, new bounds, or tractable research challenges in your subfield for rigorous investigation.
• Conduct structured research using frontier frontier AI reasoning systems and agents to attempt proofs, develop algorithms, or run computational simulations.

Professional Qualifications

• Publicly shared research statement or homepage outlining specific open problems currently under investigation.
• Compensation Band: $100 - $400/hour
• Work Location: Remote (100% Remote / Asynchronous Flexibility)
• Available Openings: 4 open positions
• Core Competencies: Computational rigor, Complex problem solving - Research, Problem framing
• Advanced standing in research: late-stage PhD candidate, postdoctoral researcher, or early-career academic (0–5 years post-PhD) in computer science or mathematical/computational physics.
• Recognized by peer community for research excellence, such as best paper or dissertation awards at leading venues (e.g., STOC, FOCS, SODA, PLDI, SC).

Hourly Compensation & Flexibility

• Compensation Rate: $100 - $400/hour (contract specialist remuneration)
• Work Arrangement: 100% Remote / Work From Home
• Eligible Remote Countries: United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Ireland, and South Africa
• Core Competencies: Computational rigor, Complex problem solving - Research, Problem framing
• Hiring Agency: AnyHired

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