Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Turing
Job overview
The Remote Mathematics Specialist (PhD) at Turing works on fine-tuning large language models by designing and solving complex math problems to improve AI capabilities.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves creating challenging math problems, developing detailed solutions, collaborating with researchers to align problems with evaluation goals, and contributing to new evaluation benchmarks based on advanced mathematics curricula.
Compensation and benefits
This is a freelance contractor position paid hourly with contracts lasting one week to three months, allowing up to 30 hours per week, with no visa sponsorship and requiring US work authorization.
Experience and skills
Candidates should have strong analytical, research, and communication skills, be self-motivated, and preferably be pursuing or hold a PhD in Mathematics or related fields with the ability to explain complex math clearly.
Career development
The role offers opportunities to work on cutting-edge AI projects, learn to leverage AI for analysis, and potentially extend contracts based on performance and project needs.
Work environment and culture
The position is fully remote, requiring good communication and collaboration skills in a remote setting, with some possible time overlap with US Pacific Time zone.
Company information
Turing is a fast-growing AI company focused on advancing and deploying powerful AI systems, collaborating with leading AI labs to solve mission-critical problems for companies.
Job location and travel
Fully remote with potential required overlap of 2-5 hours per day with America/Los_Angeles time zone.
Application process
Applicants undergo an automated analytical challenge, a mathematics assessment, and a language proficiency test before onboarding.
Unique job features
The job uniquely involves working on frontier AI model fine-tuning and evaluation using advanced mathematics at a PhD level in a freelance capacity.
Company overview
Turing is a technology company specializing in providing remote software engineering talent to companies worldwide. They leverage AI to match highly skilled developers with organizations, ensuring a seamless integration of remote teams. Founded in 2018, Turing has rapidly grown by addressing the global demand for top-tier software engineers, making money through a subscription-based model where companies pay for access to their curated pool of developers. The company’s innovative approach and robust platform have positioned it as a leader in the remote work and tech talent space.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight your PhD-level expertise in mathematics, emphasizing your ability to analyze and solve complex mathematical problems with structured, logical reasoning.
Focus on showcasing your experience in breaking down complex math concepts into clear, simple explanations, as well as your strong analytical and research skills relevant to fine-tuning large language models.
Apply through multiple channels including Turing's official careers page and LinkedIn to maximize your application visibility for the Remote Mathematics Specialist role.
Connect with current Turing LLM research team members or AI project collaborators on LinkedIn, using ice breakers like commenting on recent AI advancements Turing has shared or expressing curiosity about their work on mathematical evaluation benchmarks.
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