Remote Math Expert (PhD)

Math Expert (PhD)$80 - $90/hourpay

Required Skills

CalculusResearch MethodologyMathematics

About micro1

micro1 is the leading AI data lab for training frontier models and evaluating AI agents. Experts contribute their diverse subject matter knowledge across domains such as finance, healthcare, STEM engineering, and more. micro1 transforms that real-world expertise into high-quality training data, evaluations, and feedback loops that improve how AI systems learn, reason, and perform.

Our platform identifies and vets top talent through an AI recruiter, enabling high-quality expert contributions at scale. We aim to enable 1 billion people to do meaningful work by applying their expertise to AI. As our global expert network grows, micro1 is building the human intelligence layer for frontier AI.

Role Title: Math Expert (PhD)

Role Type: Contractor

Location: Remote

micro1 is engaging Math Experts (PhD) to contribute to an advanced AI training 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.

Scope of Work

1. Develop and provide comprehensive, accurate, and insightful responses to complex mathematics prompts spanning undergraduate and graduate curricula.
2. Review, refine, and deliver "golden responses"—high-quality model answers that exemplify subject mastery for use in AI training.
3. Collaborate with a distributed team of experts to ensure clarity, precision, and educational value in all mathematics content produced.
4. Analyze and interpret intricate mathematical problems, proofs, and concepts, distilling them into structured and accessible explanations.
5. Contribute feedback to improve project guidelines, response standards, and content workflows as the engagement evolves.
6. Adhere to project requirements regarding format, quality, and timeliness of deliverables.

Preferred Qualifications

1. PhD in Mathematics or closely related discipline from an accredited institution.
2. Proven track record of academic excellence and subject-matter expertise, especially at the graduate level.
3. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; ability to articulate complex concepts clearly and succinctly.
4. Experience authoring or reviewing mathematics materials, such as textbooks, exams, problem sets, or journal articles.
5. Familiarity with various branches of pure and applied mathematics.
6. Demonstrated attention to detail and commitment to producing precise, high-quality work.
7. Adaptability and openness to collaborative, iterative feedback in a remote expert network environment.

Compensation Structure

Compensation is output-based; experts are paid per task that meets the project specifications. The time required to complete work may vary depending on the expert’s experience and workflow. Minimum submission requirements apply. Experts must submit a minimum of tasks per week.

Start Timeline & Availability

We typically fill roles within 48 hours and are looking for experts ready to jump in right away. If selected, we expect you to start your first tasks within 24–48 hours of completing onboarding.