Remote Principal Research Fellow — Theoretical Computer Science & Physics | Distributed Engineering & Research

JB USA Recruiting is actively placing a remote Remote Principal Research Fellow — Theoretical Computer Science & Physics | Distributed Engineering & Research ($100 - $400/hour) to support high-priority AI reasoning and domain benchmark initiatives. Strong practical fluency in Novelty judgment, Research direction, Computational rigor, Complex problem solving - Research is central to succeeding in this remote specialist engagement.

Scope of Work

• High attention to detail when reviewing technical or domain-specific documentation.
• Self-motivated and reliable within an asynchronous remote work environment.
• Identify, frame, and articulate foundational open problems, theoretical bounds, or simulation challenges where verifiable progress can be demonstrated.
• Guide frontier AI reasoning systems and agents in multi-step research processes—ranging from proofs and algorithms to numerical experiments and high-performance simulations.
• Critically assess and validate results, utilizing proof checks, computational reproduction, and formal methods to pinpoint the limits of model-generated reasoning.
• Evaluate and document the novelty, correctness, and significance of research outputs relative to current literature and established results.
• Produce clear, concise research memos detailing research attempts, partial solutions, and observed model limitations or failure patterns.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Available Openings: 4 open positions
• Core Competencies: Novelty judgment, Research direction, Computational rigor, Complex problem solving - Research
• 7 - 10+ years of active research in computer science or mathematical/computational physics, with a strong record of scholarly contributions.
• Recognition at the field level—such as major prizes, society fellowships, or plenary/invited talks at top scholarly events.
• A consistent publication record in leading venues within your domain, with recent results published in the past year.
• Demonstrated success resolving named open problems or introducing influential concepts adopted by peers.
• Deep, hands-on experience with computational research methods: simulation, numerical analysis, algorithmic implementation, and/or high-performance computing environments.

Pay & Remote Engagement Terms

• Compensation Rate: $100 - $400/hour (contract specialist remuneration)
• Work Arrangement: 100% Remote / Work From Home
• Eligible Remote Countries: United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Ireland, and South Africa
• Core Competencies: Novelty judgment, Research direction, Computational rigor, Complex problem solving - Research
• Hiring Agency: JB USA Recruiting

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