CareerPlan

Principal Scientific Research Expert - Computational Theory & Physics

AustraliaRemoteFull-time2026-10-18
Remote

Core

Principal research expert guiding multi-step AI research workflows involving proofs, algorithms, simulations, and high-performance computing to investigate open problems and establish rigorous evaluation standards.

Role type

Principal Scientific Research Expert (Computational Theory & Physics)

Builds

Frontier AI models and agents

Domain

Artificial Intelligence / Computational Physics / Computer Science

Deliverable

research

Required skills

computational physics, mathematical proofs, algorithm development, numerical analysis, high-performance computing, formal methods, research literature evaluation, technical writing

Preferred skills

none stated

Technologies

none stated

Responsibilities

Identify and formulate foundational open problems and computational challenges; Guide AI models through complex research workflows involving proofs and simulations; Validate research results using proof verification and formal methods; Assess novelty and correctness of research outputs; Prepare research memos documenting progress and limitations; Recommend promising research directions; Establish evaluation standards for scientific progress.

Seniority

Principal, research leader