Freelance Research Physicist

Job Summary

Working remotely on a part-time freelance basis, the Freelance Research Physicist will design original optics problems that simulate real physics research workflows, ensuring they are computationally intensive and require non-trivial reasoning across various physics disciplines.

Key responsibilities

• Design original optics problems based on real research challenges in physics
• Ensure problems are computationally intensive and document clear problem statements with verified answers
• Develop problems that require complex reasoning in mechanics, electromagnetism, thermodynamics, and quantum mechanics

Required qualifications

• Degree in Physics (Theoretical, Experimental, or Computational) or related fields
• 2+ years of professional experience in applied, research, or teaching roles
• Experience with numerical simulation methods
• Ability to design problems that mirror real physics research workflows
• Strong written English proficiency (C1+)