Stochastic Biophysics Physicist (PhD)

Job overview

The Stochastic Biophysics Physicist (PhD) role is remote. Compensation is $80–$110 USD per hour. Mercor connects technical talent with leading AI research labs. The physicist evaluates and develops research-level problems in stochastic growth and reaction-network dynamics, then reviews work for accuracy. Independent analysis and collaboration with specialists help verify written reasoning and support the research work being evaluated.

What you'll do

• Evaluate research-level physics problems in stochastic autocatalytic growth and related areas
• develop and solve problems using chemical master equations, branching processes, and other advanced methods
• review and audit work on reaction-network dynamics
• collaborate with specialists to independently verify written reasoning
• work asynchronously to meet deadlines.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

stochastic biophysics physicist

biophysics

stochastic growth

reaction-network dynamics

remote

phd

research evaluation

chemical master equation

python

sympy

$80–$110/hr

8–10 weeks

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Contract opportunity lasting 8–10 weeks with a 10-hour-per-week commitment; a PhD and first-author publication record are required.

About the employer

Mercor is hiring for this role. Industry: All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services. Sector: 54.