Mathematician - Formal Proof
Location: Remote
Compensation: Hourly
Reviewed: Mon, Jun 15, 2026
This job expires in: 28 days
Job Summary
Working remotely on a flexible contract basis, the Mathematician - Formal Proof will formalize advanced mathematical arguments in Lean 4, contribute to large-scale formal mathematical libraries, and construct rigorous machine-checkable proofs while engaging with cutting-edge AI research.
Key responsibilities
- Formalize advanced mathematical arguments and theorems in Lean 4 across various mathematical disciplines
- Contribute to the growth and quality of large-scale formal mathematical libraries, including mathlib
- Audit and verify existing formal proofs for correctness, completeness, and logical integrity
Required qualifications
- Master's degree or PhD in Mathematics or a closely related field
- Strong background in rigorous mathematical proof writing and logical reasoning
- Hands-on experience with formal proof assistants, with Lean 4 strongly preferred
- Ability to translate informal mathematical ideas into structured, machine-verifiable formal proofs
- Self-motivated and comfortable working independently in a remote, asynchronous environment
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