Physics Lab Research Coordinator

About the Project Sepal is spearheading a qualitative research initiative to establish benchmarks of professional excellence in physics education. We are seeking experienced professionals to lend their expertise through structured documentation of their work, creation of domain-specific screening criteria, and development of high-quality case studies. As a contributor, you will play a pivotal role in shaping an industry-informed framework for evaluating physics education expertise, focusing on practical applications, decision-making, and professional judgment. Ideal Participants May Hold Titles Such As: Physics Professor Theoretical Physics Instructor Applied Physics Lecturer Astrophysics Faculty Quantum Mechanics Teacher Physics Lab Coordinator Requirements - Master's degree or higher in Physics, Applied Physics, or a related field - Minimum 4 years of full-time professional teaching or research experience in physics - Experience with laboratory instruction and experimental design - Published research or significant contributions to physics education (preferred) - Fluent in English - Residing in the United States or Canada - Access to a computer with stable internet and video conferencing capabilities - Comfortable with remote work tools (messaging, video calls, uploading documents) - Ability to work independently and follow written instructions What You'll Do - Share your professional journey, research background, and pedagogical approach - Help define field-specific evaluation criteria for physics faculty hiring and lab assessments - Document at least one significant research project, laboratory innovation, or curriculum development, detailing context, approach, challenges, and outcomes - Participate in brief feedback or calibration sessions as needed Compensation & Logistics - $60 to $90 per hour, depending on expertise and relevance, with bonuses for key contributions - Begins with a paid trial period - Paid biweekly based on approved and tracked hours - Fully remote and async-friendly, work at your own pace within flexible deadlines - Location: United States or Canada

Created: 2026-03-10