Mathematics Specialist
@ Taskify

Hybrid
$150,000
Hybrid
Part Time
Posted 8 hours ago

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About the Role

Join a leading frontier AI research lab to help train large language models on advanced mathematical reasoning. This short-term, high-impact project is designed for PhD students, post-docs, and early career researchers to push AI capabilities by developing, evaluating, and providing feedback on complex mathematical problems.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design novel, graduate-level problems in pure and applied mathematics
  • Evaluate AI-generated solutions for correctness, clarity, and rigor
  • Identify logical gaps and incomplete reasoning
  • Provide structured feedback and generate complete, correct solutions
  • Maintain the highest standards of mathematical precision

Qualifications / Skills Required

  • Current PhD student, post-doc, or recent PhD graduate (<5 years) in mathematics
  • Expertise in algebra, geometry, combinatorics, number theory, analysis, probability, or related areas
  • High proficiency in LaTeX for writing and formatting mathematical documents
  • Strong written communication and ability to articulate complex reasoning
  • Detail-oriented, independent, and disciplined work approach

Salary Details

  • $80/hr for early career professors at top US/UK institutions
  • $70/hr for post-docs and senior PhD students
  • $60/hr for 1st and 2nd year PhD students

Why Join

Enjoy a flexible schedule, work remotely, and contribute to cutting-edge AI research. Expected commitment is 20–40 hours/week over a ~10 weeks project with potential extension. Weekly contractor payments via Stripe Connect.

Application Process

  • Submit your resume
  • Complete a brief 20–30 minute interview
  • Complete a short mathematical reasoning test

Key skills/competency

  • Mathematics
  • LaTeX
  • Research
  • Problem Solving
  • Algebra
  • Geometry
  • Analysis
  • Combinatorics
  • Communication
  • Attention to Detail
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How to Get Hired at Taskify

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Customize your resume: Highlight research and math expertise.
  • Tailor your application: Emphasize AI and mathematical skills.
  • Prepare for interviews: Review advanced math problems.
  • Showcase publications: Feature related academic work.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review advanced math topics.
Practice LaTeX document formatting.
Study recent AI research trends.
Prepare sample mathematical proofs.

Behavioral Questions

Describe a challenging math problem solved.
Explain handling project deadlines remotely.
Share teamwork experience in research settings.
Detail methods for independent problem solving.

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