NVIDIA
Senior Research Scientist, Fundamental Generative AI
$192K–$305K
US, CA, Santa Clara · Senior · Full-time · Posted Apr 2, 2026
- Experience
- 2+ years of relevant industry or postdoc research experience.
- Education
- Ph.D. in Computer Science/Engineering, Statistics, etc. (or equivalent experience).
About the job
Conduct fundamental research and develop generative AI methods, especially for biomolecular design and other scientific applications, and publish and transfer research outcomes.
What you'll do
- Research, design, and implement novel, large-scale generative AI methods; publish original research.
- Collaborate with research and product teams, speak at conferences and events, and transfer technology to product groups.
What they ask for
- Ph.D. in Computer Science/Engineering, Statistics, etc. (or equivalent experience).
- Excellent knowledge of generative AI theory and practice, and experience building generative models for scientific data.
- Excellent programming skills in prototyping environments such as Python; C++ and parallel programming (e.g., CUDA).
- Knowledge of deep learning frameworks such as PyTorch; outstanding research track record and excellent interpersonal skills.
Pay
192,000 USD - 304,750 USD (base salary)
Tools
Python, C++, CUDA, PyTorch
AI focus
Fundamental generative AI research for biomolecular design—including small molecules, proteins, and RNA—and other scientific applications.
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