Use your hands-on experience in operations research, applied mathematics or a related field to write research-level problems for AI models. Remote, flexible contract work. AfterQuery works with leading AI labs to build the expert data that tests and trains AI models.
Computational Mathematics Problem Author (Python)
Remote (Global)
August 12, 2026
Job description
About Turing
Based in San Francisco, California, Turing is the world's leading research accelerator for frontier AI labs and a trusted partner for global enterprises deploying advanced AI systems.
Role Overview
We are seeking a highly analytical and computationally proficient individual with a strong research background. You will craft challenging and insightful problems in your research domain and devise elegant computational solutions.
Responsibilities
Quantitative problem design and solutioning
- Develop and conceptualize original, research-grade or graduate-level scientific problems with scientific coding and programming, using Python.
- Rigorously define problem categories, secondary tags, and assign appropriate difficulty levels.
- Rigorously solve formulated problems using sound principles, ensuring accuracy, reliability, and logical coherence of the solution path.
Quality assurance and collaboration
- Actively participate in two-tier reviews, evaluating the accuracy of both problems and solutions.
- Collaborate with reviewers and team leads, incorporating feedback and refining content promptly.
Required Qualifications
- PhD or PhD candidate in Computational Mathematics.
- At least 1 published peer-reviewed paper.
- Advanced proficiency in Python programming for scientific coding is preferred.
- Excellent analytical, logical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for clear documentation and collaboration.
Perks of Freelancing With Turing
- Work in a fully remote environment.
- Opportunity to work on cutting-edge AI projects with leading LLM companies.
- Potential for contract extension based on performance and project needs.
Offer Details
- Commitment: at least 4 hours per day and a minimum of 20 hours per week with 4 hours of overlap with PST. Three time-commitment options are available: 20, 30, or 40 hours per week.
- Engagement type: contractor assignment / freelancer (no medical or paid leave).
- Duration of contract: 3 months. Expected start date is next week.
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