Mathematics Expert (India)
Handshake • India
Education
PhD
Type
Hourly
Pay Rate
$47/hr
Listed
7d ago
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Qualifications
Ideal candidates meet all three of the following:
Research experience — first-author publications and the ability to formalize proofs that AI models fail on
Degree — PhD in Mathematics (pure or applied)
Sub-domain depth — demonstrated expertise in one of the following areas:
Proof and formal methods (Lean, Coq, Isabelle)
Symbolic computation (SageMath, Mathematica), optimization, and numerical analysis
A core subfield such as algebra, topology, number theory, or combinatorics
Candidates who meet at least 2 of the 3 qualifications above are also encouraged to apply.
Additional qualifications (not required, but strengthen your application)
Proficiency with theorem provers and symbolic computation software
Experience formalizing proofs or working on problems at the edge of what current AI models can handle
Required for all applicants
Must have Indian work authorization
Strong written communication and attention to detail
Ability to explain complex mathematical concepts clearly
Ability to work independently in a remote, asynchronous environment
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Why this role
AI labs pay $47/hr for a Mathematics Expert (India) because getting Mathematics nuance wrong in a training set is expensive to fix later. That's what this rate is pricing in.
Talent pool
We're light on Mathematics candidates
We've matched 65 people with a Mathematics background against 726 Mathematics listings we've tracked, so most go out without one. Set up a profile and we'll consider you for a role like this one.
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Common questions
Can I use Handshake if I graduated years ago?
Probably not a good fit. Handshake's AI Fellowship roles target current university students and early talent within about 1-2 years of graduation. Experienced professionals typically find faster approval and better rates on Outlier or Mercor.
Is Handshake itself the employer for AI training roles?
For the AI Fellowship roles specifically, yes, Handshake acts as the employer of record. That's different from the rest of the site, which functions as a job board listing openings for other companies.
Do task-based AI training roles require an interview?
Most skip a live interview entirely and gate access through an automated assessment or qualification task instead. Where we've confirmed the specific requirement for this listing, it's called out above in What We Know About This Role.
What does task-based AI training work look like?
Practical, hands-on data work: recording short videos, categorizing images, rating text responses, or analyzing data. Tasks are designed to be short and distinct, typically 5 to 60 minutes each.
What does Mathematics work look like for a Mathematics Expert (India)?
Tasks here are scoped to Mathematics, not generic labeling. As a Mathematics Expert (India), expect to draw on real domain judgment (evaluating outputs, correcting errors, or providing expert reasoning specific to Mathematics) rather than following a one-size-fits-all rubric. If you don't have hands-on Mathematics background, this is likely not the right listing to start with.
What specific skills does this listing call for?
Expert is named directly in the listing. If you don't have hands-on experience with this, expect the screening process to test for it directly rather than accepting adjacent experience as a substitute.
How much does this specific role pay?
This listing is posted at $47/hr, an hourly rate. Pay can change between when we last checked the listing and when you apply, so confirm the current number on the platform's own application page before committing time.
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You'll be taken to Handshake's external site to complete your application there. This listing links through a referral, but the process is identical to applying directly; the link just routes you correctly. Create an account on their site and follow their onboarding steps.
Is a PhD required?
For this specific role, yes, or near-equivalent professional depth. The credential gate is enforced at the assessment stage, not just on paper. That said, active PhD candidates and people with equivalent published research have qualified without a formal degree. The assessment is the real filter.
Can I apply from outside India?
This specific role is open only to people based in India. If you are somewhere else, applying is unlikely to lead to an offer even if you pass the assessment, because the restriction is usually about where the work can legally be contracted rather than your skills. Read the full description for any tax-residency or right-to-work caveats before you apply.
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