Research Scientist - Physics

Overview

We’re seeking skilled Biology, Chemistry, and Physics subject matter experts to contribute their specialized knowledge and enhance the quality of our AI training datasets. This role offers the chance to work remotely, partnering closely with Meta’s AI research teams to advance cutting-edge technologies.

• Domain Expertise Advisory:
  Guide research teams to close knowledge gaps and improve AI model performance, focused on your specialty field; collaborate with other subject matter experts to ensure consistency and accuracy in training data
• Guideline Development:
  Create, edit, and maintain high-quality annotation guidelines tailored to your area of expertise. Ensure that these guidelines are up-to-date, clear, and concise to enable vendors to deliver accurate annotations. As a domain SME, you'll set the gold standard for quality and rigor.
• Quality Assurance:
  Evaluate and grade the quality of annotations produced by vendors. Identify areas of improvement and provide feedback to optimize the quality of annotations.
• Data Annotation:
  Directly annotate data for key tasks across the model development life cycle. Problems in logical, step-by-step thinking preferred.
• Domain Knowledge:
  Experience with physics (specific sub-domains below).
• Deep Knowledge:
  Demonstrated deep understanding and expertise in physics.
• Communication
  
  Skills:
  
  Strong written and verbal communication skills to effectively convey complex ideas and guidance to internal teams and external vendors.
• Analytical
  
  Skills:
  
  Exceptional analytical abilities to identify trends, evaluate annotation quality, and provide actionable feedback.
• Collaboration:
  
  Proven ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and external partners to achieve shared goals.
• Adaptability:
  Flexibility and willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies and processes in a rapidly evolving environment.

• Advanced degree (PhD preferred; exceptional candidates with Master’s degrees considered) in a relevant scientific field
• Demonstrated expertise in a specialty area within Biology, Chemistry, or Physics (outlined below)
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical communication skills
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative scientific team

We are primarily seeking candidates with strong theoretical physics backgrounds, though all subfields are considered. Highest‑priority areas include:

• High‑Energy Theory
  • Particle physics
  • Gravitational physics
  • Quantum field theory
  • Quantum gravity
  • Cosmology
• Condensed Matter Theory
  • Quantum materials, many-body physics, topological matter
• Atomic, Molecular & Optical (AMO) Physics
  • Quantum optics, ultracold atoms, precision measurement
• Nuclear Physics
  • Nuclear structure, fundamental interactions, theoretical modeling

• Record of peer-reviewed publications or demonstrated research impact

• Experience with computational tools, statistical modeling, or simulation frameworks

• Ability to communicate complex concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholders

• Cross-disciplinary interest or experience

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.

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