Remote | Physics Expert (Condensed Matter / Magnetic Materials) — $80–$160/hour

We are sharing a specialised consulting opportunity for experienced Physics Experts in condensed matter physics and magnetic materials with strong expertise in magnetic structure factors, propagation-vector analysis, magnetic space groups, neutron scattering, BNS notation, AFM/FM phase classification, birefringence, and magneto-optic phenomena.

Selected professionals will contribute to a research-level project focused on magnetic ordering, symmetry, neutron-diffraction interpretation, and the relationship between experimental signatures and underlying magnetic structure. No prior experience in AI is required.

Key Responsibilities

Magnetic Structure & Symmetry Analysis

• Analyse magnetic structure factors and propagation vectors in ordered magnetic systems
• Classify antiferromagnetic, ferromagnetic, and related magnetic phases
• Identify and validate magnetic space groups using symmetry-based reasoning
• Apply BNS notation and maintain consistency between symmetry descriptions, propagation vectors, and magnetic structures
• Use references such as MAGNDATA where appropriate

Neutron Scattering & Experimental Interpretation

• Analyse neutron-diffraction data, magnetic Bragg peaks, and scattering signatures
• Assess whether experimental observations support proposed magnetic structures
• Connect scattering features with moment configurations and ordering patterns
• Compare competing magnetic-structure models for physical and symmetry consistency
• Identify inconsistencies between theoretical predictions and experimental data

Optical Effects & Research Evaluation

• Evaluate birefringence and magneto-optic Kerr effect signatures associated with magnetic ordering
• Relate optical responses to magnetic structure and symmetry
• Distinguish magnetic from non-magnetic contributions where relevant
• Review theoretical and experimental analyses for technical accuracy
• Provide precise, defensible written feedback on magnetic-structure interpretations

Ideal Profile

• PhD or equivalent research experience in condensed matter physics, magnetism, or a closely related field
• Strong expertise in magnetic structure factor calculations and propagation-vector analysis
• Practical experience with magnetic symmetry, phase identification, and magnetic space groups
• Strong working knowledge of BNS notation and familiarity with MAGNDATA
• Experience with neutron scattering or neutron diffraction
• Strong understanding of antiferromagnetic and ferromagnetic ordering
• Ability to interpret magnetic-structure data and connect experimental signatures with microscopic models
• Familiarity with birefringence and magneto-optic Kerr effect measurements is highly valuable
• Strong analytical and scientific-writing skills
• No prior AI-training or model-evaluation experience is required

Engagement Details

• Independent contractor engagement
• Fully remote
• Compensation: $80–$160/hour
• Work will involve magnetic structure factor calculations, propagation-vector analysis, magnetic space group identification, AFM/FM phase classification, neutron scattering, BNS notation, MAGNDATA, birefringence, and MOKE interpretation
• Assignments may involve theoretical magnetic structures, neutron-diffraction data, symmetry classifications, optical signatures, and research-level technical evaluation
• Project scope, workload, material systems, and evaluation standards may evolve depending on project requirements
• Work must be completed without using confidential or proprietary information belonging to any employer, research institution, laboratory, collaborator, or other third party

About the Platform

This opportunity is available through 24-MAG LLC. We connect experienced professionals with remote consulting opportunities across technical, evaluation, and project-based workstreams.

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