Remote Maths Researcher (PhD) - 34877 Job at Turing, San Francisco, CA

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  • Turing
  • San Francisco, CA

Job Description

1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Are you passionate about solving logical problems and working through challenging math? Turing is looking for PhD-level researchers in mathematics to test the reasoning capabilities of large language models (LLMs). You’ll create math problems, analyze model responses, and identify gaps in logic or understanding. The goal is to measure how well these models handle abstract thinking and structured problem-solving. What does day-to-day look like? You’ll create math problems, review how the AI solves them, and share insights on how well it understands complex reasoning and logical steps. You’ll take on tasks such as: Find the number of permutations of 10 elements that consist only of exactly 3 disjoint cycles. How many distinct convex polyhedra can be formed using exactly 10 vertices such that all faces are triangles and the polyhedron has genus zero? Currently enrolled in or have completed a Ph.D. or Postdoctoral in Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Statistics, or a related field Strong research and analytical skills Able to provide clear, constructive feedback with examples Strong written communication, especially in remote settings Comfortable working independently Stable computer and internet access Note: This position is open only to candidates who have completed or are currently pursuing a Ph.D.; applications that do not meet this criterion will not be considered. Time Commitment & Contract Details: Commitments Required: at least 4 hours per day and minimum 20 hours per week with 4 hours of overlap with PST. (We have 3 options of time commitment: 20 hrs/week, 30 hrs/week, or 40 hrs/week) Engagement type : Contractor assignment/freelancer (no medical/paid leave) Duration of contract: 1 month; [expected start date is next week] Selection Process : Task-based assessment for shortlisted candidates, followed by a contract offer with defined timelines and workload. About Turing: Turing is one of the world’s fastest-growing AI companies, accelerating the advancement and deployment of powerful AI systems. Turing helps customers in two ways: Working with the world’s leading AI labs to advance frontier model capabilities in thinking, reasoning, coding, agentic behavior, multimodality, multilinguality, STEM, and frontier knowledge; and leveraging that work to build real-world AI systems that solve mission-critical priorities for companies. Why work with Turing? Remote work flexibility Work on high-impact AI research projects Possibility of contract extension based on performance Collaborate with experts worldwide to test and refine AI models. Seniority level Seniority level Entry level Employment type Employment type Contract Job function Job function Information Technology Industries Software Development Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Turing by 2x Sign in to set job alerts for “Mathematician” roles. Physics Expert - AI Trainer (Ph.Ds or Postdocs) San Francisco, CA $75.00-$100.00 4 weeks ago Physics Expert - AI Trainer (Ph.Ds or Postdocs) AI Trainer for Thermodynamics (Freelance, Remote) Geospatial Data Scientist (Research Fellow or Part-time Consultant) San Francisco, CA $40.00-$80.00 2 months ago Geospatial Data Scientist (Research Fellow or Part-time Consultant) Assistant Teaching Professor, lower division chemistry AI Trainer for Relativity (Special and General) (Freelance, Remote) San Francisco, CA $102,600.00-$148,050.00 2 days ago Business Operations Analyst - Data Analytics (REMOTE in PST & W2 ONLY) Machine Learning Engineer- Data Scientist San Jose, CA $120,000.00-$220,000.00 5 months ago Scientist II, Real World Data Science - Translational Research Applied Sr Data Scientist - Fintech Foundation San Francisco, CA $110,000.00-$375,000.00 2 weeks ago San Mateo, CA $120,000.00-$135,000.00 1 week ago Palo Alto, CA $180,000.00-$200,000.00 2 weeks ago Senior Bioinformatics Data Scientist, MRD San Francisco, CA $110,000.00-$160,000.00 4 days ago San Francisco, CA $90,000.00-$150,000.00 1 month ago San Francisco, CA $150,000.00-$200,000.00 2 weeks ago Litigation Data Analyst - Mass Tort & Product Liability We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr Turing

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