Research Scientist, Quantum Computing and AI - New College Grad 2026

NVIDIA NVIDIA · Semiconductors · Santa Clara, CA

Research Scientist role at NVIDIA focusing on the intersection of AI and Quantum Computing. The role involves training AI models for quantum systems, advancing research in quantum simulation, and developing GPU-accelerated quantum tools. Requires a PhD, strong programming skills (Python, C++, PyTorch, JAX, CUDA), and a publication record in AI for quantum science or accelerated quantum simulations.

What you'd actually do

  1. Training AI models for inference on quantum systems, hardware, and control.
  2. Contribute to novel research advancing the state-of-the-art in quantum simulation, both approximate and exact.
  3. Collaborate on the development of research prototypes, paving the way for future GPU-accelerated quantum tools.
  4. Work on the cutting edge of advancing GPUs as research tools for the quantum sciences.
  5. Publish and present your original research, speak at conferences and events

Skills

Required

  • PhD Degree in relevant discipline(s) (Physics, CS, Math) or equivalent experience
  • Strong programming ability: Python, C++, PyTorch, JAX, and/or CUDA
  • Publications on AI for quantum science and/or accelerated quantum simulations
  • Excellent self-motivation, a high degree of creativity, and a passion for research, collaboration skills and the ability to work effectively within a research team.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with proven experience communicating technical work (e.g., academic presentations, poster sessions); ability to synthesize and explain complex technical concepts.

What the JD emphasized

  • Publications on AI for quantum science and/or accelerated quantum simulations
  • Strong programming ability: Python, C++, PyTorch, JAX, and/or CUDA
  • PhD Degree in relevant discipline(s) (Physics, CS, Math) or equivalent experience

Other signals

  • AI models for quantum systems
  • novel research in quantum simulation
  • GPU-accelerated quantum tools