Research Scientist, AI-Mediated Reality and Interaction Research - PhD New College Grad 2026

Nvidia

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Us, Ca, Santa Clara, US Posted 139 days ago $168,000–$264,500 / year
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TL;DR

NVIDIA Research’s "AI-Mediated Reality and Interaction" team seeks a research scientist to join its mission-driven group focused on developing interactive physical AIs capable of operating in dynamic 4D environments. This role involves proposing, researching, prototyping, and testing innovative ideas while publishing findings at top conferences and patenting concepts. The ideal candidate will collaborate with internal teams and mentor interns, creating interactive demonstrations to showcase research advancements. Key skills include a Ph.D. or equivalent experience, an outstanding publication record in AI and computer vision, proficiency in 3D graphics development, strong programming abilities in Python, C++, and CUDA, and expertise with distributed deep learning frameworks like PyTorch. This position impacts multiple NVIDIA products such as Isaac, Omniverse, and Metropolis, driving the creation of cutting-edge technology that addresses complex interdisciplinary challenges.

Skills

Python C++ CUDA PyTorch 3D graphics development AI algorithms Computer vision algorithms Deep learning frameworks NVIDIA Isaac Omniverse Metropolis NuRec XR AI4Media

What you'll do

  • Propose and research innovative ideas in AI-mediated reality.
  • Prototype and test new technologies for human-AI interaction.
  • Publish cutting-edge research at top conferences and secure patents.
  • Develop interactive demonstrations to showcase research advancements.
  • Collaborate with engineers on technology transfer from research to product.

What we're looking for

  • Ph.D. in Computer Science/Electrical Engineering or equivalent research experience.
  • Strong publication record in top-tier AI, computer vision, and graphics conferences.
  • Expertise in AI and computer vision algorithms with practical application skills.
  • Experience in 3D graphics development and interactive demonstrations.
  • Proficiency in Python, C++, CUDA, and distributed deep learning frameworks.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with team members and mentor interns.

Market check

Salary context

This $168,000–$264,500 range sits above 66% of similar postings on FindRole.

Peer median band

$142,500–$233,250

Median floor and ceiling across peers.

Typical midpoint (25–75%)

$159,494–$236,125

Middle half of comparable postings.

Based on 240 comparable postings.

* 240 is the maximum number of comparable postings sampled.

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About Nvidia

Nvidia is a leading designer of graphics processing units (GPUs) and system-on-chip units, powering gaming, professional visualization, data centers, and artificial intelligence workloads. Industry: Semiconductors & AI Computing

Nvidia currently has 802 open roles on FindRole.

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