Weekday (YC W21)

Mathematics PhD AI Trainer

Weekday (YC W21)  •  $140/hr  •  United States (Remote)  •  2 months ago
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Job Description

This role is for one of the Weekday's clients

We are seeking experts with advanced training in Mathematics to contribute to a cutting-edge project in collaboration with a leading AI research group. This initiative focuses on enhancing AI systems’ reasoning capabilities through rigorous problem-solving and theorem-based evaluation As part of this role, you will apply graduate-level expertise to assess, validate, and improve complex mathematical reasoning.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities

  • Solve and evaluate challenging mathematics problems across multiple domains.
  • Review AI-generated proofs and solutions for accuracy, rigor, and logical soundness
  • Provide structured feedback to refine and strengthen mathematical reasoning models.

Ideal Qualifications

  • Recent PhD in Mathematics (within the past 4 years) OR current PhD candidate (≥3 years into their program; typically ≥4th year post-undergrad or ≥3rd year post-master’s).
  • Background from a top 30 mathematics program
  • Actively engaged in research/academia preferred.
  • Strong foundation in advanced problem-solving and theorem application, with the ability to clearly articulate reasoning, reference theorems, and identify gaps in proofs or arguments.

More About the Opportunity

  • Remote and asynchronous — flexibility to set your own schedule.
  • Project-based engagement, typically 5–6 weeks with potential for extension.
  • Collaborative work with exposure to cutting-edge developments in AI and mathematical reasoning

Compensation & Contract Terms

  • Competitive hourly rate, aligned with experience and expertise.
  • Independent contractor engagement.
  • Weekly payments processed via Stripe Connect.
    Compensation:
    $70-$140 per hour.
Weekday (YC W21)

About Weekday (YC W21)

AI recruiter that runs outbound sourcing campaigns to find top talent. At Weekday, we have built the most accurate database of talent (250mn+ people in US & India with contact data), we run outbound campaigns to identify top talent for any role you might be hiring for. We generate the highest response rates (30-40%) on our campaigns making sourcing talent as easy as making a job posting. We are backed by Y-Combinator and were also ranked #1 on Product Hunt.

Industry
Consulting & Advisory
Company Size
51-200 employees
Headquarters
San Fransisco, CA
Year Founded
2021
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