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# generative AI researcher

- **Company:** NVIDIA Ltd.
- **Location:** Santa Clara, United States
- **Salary:** $168,000.0 - $264,500.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** C++ (Programming Language), Nvidia CUDA, Computer Programming, Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, Pytorch, Deep Learning, Parallel Computation, Information Technology
- **Published:** September 30, 2026
- **Apply:** https://startup.jobs/research-scientist-fundamental-generative-ai-new-college-grad-2026-2100-nvidia-usa-10230809

## About the Role

* Completing or recently completed a Ph.D. in Computer Science/Engineering, Statistics, etc. (or equivalent experience)
 * Excellent knowledge of the theory and practice of generative AI.
 * Experience in building generative models for text, image, 3D, video, multimodal, biology, chemistry, or material science data.
 * Excellent programming skills in some prototyping environments such as Python; C++ and parallel programming (e.g., CUDA).
 * Knowledge of deep learning frameworks, such as PyTorch.
 * Outstanding research track record.
 * Excellent communication skills.

We have some of the most forward-thinking and hardworking people in the world working for us and, due to unprecedented growth, our best-in-class engineering teams are rapidly growing. If you're a creative and autonomous engineer with a real passion for computer architecture and technology, we want to hear from you!

## Description

NVIDIA is searching for a world-class generative AI researcher to join the fundamental generative AI research team at NVIDIA Research. We strive for research that pushes boundaries and builds the next generation of generative models but also has an impact on the world. We are interested in advancing generative AI methods for text, image, video, 3D, or scientific applications (i.e., GenAI4Science). You are expected to have a strong mathematical foundation and be capable of analyzing and developing novel models. The position will focus on fundamental research, with the freedom and bandwidth to conduct ground-breaking research. You will work within an amazing and collaborative research team that consistently publishes at the top venues in machine learning. You will be empowered to make contributions that create real-world impact.

What you'll be doing:

 * Research, design, and implement novel, large-scale generative AI methods.
 * Publish original research.
 * Collaborate with team members, research teams, as well as product teams.
 * Speak at conferences and events.
 * Transfer technology to product groups.


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