Mathematics Professor/Researcher (PhD)
Micro1 • Remote
Education
Any
Type
hourly
Pay Rate (by country)
$60–$90/hr
Actively Hiring
20 openings
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About this Role
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Role Title: Mathematics Professor/Researcher (PhD) Role Type: Contractor Location: Remote micro1 is engaging Mathematics Professors and Researchers with a PhD in mathematics to participate in a dynamic project for a customer. In this role, you'll apply your expertise to help train next-generation AI systems. Your work will shape how models learn, reason, and perform through high-quality, real-world input. No prior experience in AI is required — your domain knowledge is what matters. This is an opportunity for experienced academics and research professionals to impact the future of AI by sharing their mathematical insight and problem-solving abilities. Scope of Work
- Review, analyze, and evaluate complex mathematical content to generate detailed feedback and domain-specific insights for AI model training.
- Develop and contribute original mathematical problems, proofs, and teaching materials across a range of undergraduate and graduate topics.
- Annotate, critique, and refine mathematical datasets for accuracy, depth, and pedagogical value.
- Collaborate with other subject matter experts and project stakeholders to define quality standards and subject coverage.
- Draft and edit clear written explanations, solutions, and instructional content tailored for AI learning and reasoning tasks.
- Participate in iterative review cycles to enhance the robustness and diversity of mathematical data. Preferred Qualifications
- PhD in Mathematics or a closely related quantitative field.
- Demonstrated experience in university-level teaching or advanced mathematical research.
- Proven ability to communicate intricate mathematical concepts with precision and clarity, both in writing and verbally.
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail in reviewing mathematical work and educational content.
- Familiarity with contemporary mathematical literature and ongoing research trends.
- Experience developing learning materials or problem sets for mathematics education is a plus.
- Intellectual curiosity about artificial intelligence and its implications for mathematical discovery and instruction.
Requirements
- Math
- Research
- Teaching
- PhD
- Must be eligible to work in Remote
Why This Role
Rare opportunity for top 1% experts. Earn $75/hr contributing to the world's most advanced AI labs. This is one of the few roles where academic precision is valued as highly as commercial output.
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