Physics Expert (AMO / Optical Properties of Materials) - Remote

Physics Expert (AMO / Atomic Structure & Optical Properties) Role Type: Part-Time Contractor Location: Fully Remote, Worldwide Schedule: 5–10+ hours/week, Flexible Role Overview micro1 is engaging Physics Experts specializing in Atomic, Molecular, and Optical (AMO) Physics to contribute to a specialized AI training project focused on atomic structure, spectroscopy, polarizability, and optical properties. You'll apply your advanced physics expertise to evaluate, explain, and solve technical problems involving atomic-structure calculations and quantum-mechanical methods. No prior AI experience is required—your scientific expertise is what matters. Scope of Work Provide expert-level insights into AMO physics, atomic structure, spectroscopy, and optical properties. Review and analyze ab initio configuration interaction (CI) methods for calculating atomic polarizability. Evaluate and discuss atomic-structure calculations for Yb-171 and Yb-174. Analyze electronic states, energy levels, transition properties, and relevant spectroscopic data. Identify and explain σ (sigma) vs. π (pi) transitions where applicable, including orbital symmetry and transition selection rules. Apply knowledge of electric-dipole transitions, parity, angular momentum, and selection rules to atomic and molecular systems. Critically review scientific reasoning, computational approaches, and calculated results. Participate in adaptive spoken AI interviews, answering one technical question at a time with clear, scientifically rigorous explanations. Provide concrete examples based on legally shareable research, publications, simulations, or projects. Required Skills AMO / Atomic Physics Ab Initio Configuration Interaction Atomic Polarizability Calculations Atomic-Structure Calculations Yb-171 / Yb-174 Quantum Mechanical Methods Atomic Spectroscopy & Selection Rules Sigma (σ) vs. Pi (π) Transition Identification Electronic Structure & Energy-Level Analysis Scientific Communication

Preferred Qualifications

Master's, PhD, or equivalent advanced expertise in Physics, preferably specializing in AMO physics, atomic structure, quantum chemistry, or optical physics. Hands-on experience with ab initio atomic-structure or quantum-chemistry calculations. Strong understanding of configuration interaction methods and polarizability calculations. Experience working with ytterbium (Yb) atomic systems, particularly Yb-171 and Yb-174. Knowledge of atomic spectroscopy, transition probabilities, selection rules, angular momentum, and parity. Ability to distinguish and explain σ and π transitions using orbital symmetry and transition characteristics. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to explain complex physics concepts clearly and rigorously. Engagement Part-time, contract-based Fully remote Flexible working hours Approximately 5–10+ hours per week Opportunities to work outside standard hours, including evenings and weekends Candidates worldwide are welcome