Nuclear Forensics Expert - Safeguards

About the job

Mercor connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. Headquartered in San Francisco, our investors include Benchmark , General Catalyst , Peter Thiel , Adam D'Angelo , Larry Summers , and Jack Dorsey .

Position: Forensic Scientist — Nuclear Materials

Type: Contract

Compensation: $65–$75/hour

Location: Remote

Role Responsibilities

• Write challenging single-turn prompts in nuclear materials, labeled as benign, dual-use, and adversarial.
• Evaluate AI model responses against a defined policy standard to ensure correct handling.
• Write reference answers with technical reasoning for correct responses.
• Collaborate with experts to draw reliable lines between routine and dangerous questions.
• Work independently and asynchronously to improve AI model performance.

Qualifications

Must-Have

• Experience in nuclear forensics casework or international exercise participation.
• Expertise in radiochemical and mass-spectrometric analysis.
• Knowledge of detection and interdiction technology.
• Familiarity with material signature libraries and attribution methodology.
• Experience in pre- or post-detonation forensics research.

What this role demands beyond technical depth

• Strong technical writing skills with the ability to provide written rationales.
• Experience in technical writing, published research, or as an expert witness.
• Ability to read and write about misuse scenarios in nuclear materials.

Before you apply

• Ensure your work does not involve classified or export-controlled information.
• Inform us if you hold any NDA or prepublication review obligations.

Application Process (Takes 20–30 mins to complete)

• Upload resume
• AI interview based on your resume
• Submit form

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