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About the jobMercor connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. Headquartered in San Francisco, our investors include Benchmark, General Catalyst, Peter Thiel, Adam D'Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey.Position: Computational Seismology & Geophysics ExpertType:ContractCompensation:$70 - $85/hourLocation:RemoteCommitment:15 - 20 hours/weekRole Responsibilities Design challenging computational problems to evaluate AI capabilities in solving scientific tasks. Develop problems requiring the use of specialized scientific software like SPECFEM, ObsPy, and Pyrocko.
Test and refine problems against state-of-the-art AI models to achieve target difficulty. Collaborate on AI model training, evaluation, and improvement in computational seismology. Work independently and asynchronously to refine problem designs based on feedback.
Qualifications
Must-Have Graduate-level training in a relevant STEM field (MS, PhD, or equivalent research experience). Proven proficiency with at least one scientific software library (SPECFEM, ObsPy, etc.). Strong Python skills for writing problem setups and solution validators.
Ability to work independently in a Linux/terminal environment. Available for at least 15 - 20 hours per week. Preferred Experience across multiple listed domains or tools.
Familiarity with benchmark or evaluation design. Background in scientific teaching or exam/problem-set design. Experience with computational reproducibility and containerized environments.
Application Process (Takes 20 - 30 mins to complete) Upload resume AI interview based on your resume Submit form Resources & Support For details about the interview process and platform information, please check: For any help or support, reach out to: PS: Our team reviews applications daily. Please complete your AI interview and application steps to be considered for this opportunity.Originally posted on Himalayas
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