AI Scientist, Robotics Digital Twins - PhD New College Grad 2026
About The Position
NVIDIA is looking for a AI Scientist with experience in Robotics to join the Quantum & Chemistry group. As a team member, you will be part of the development effort of a digital twin for chemical, biological and physical laboratories. NVIDIA's invention of the GPU revolutionized parallel computing. Our GPUs are being used in many of the largest high-performance computing projects around the world, solving real world problems, including advancing the state of Quantum Information Science. NVIDIA is widely considered to be one of high technology's most desirable employers. We have some of the most forward-thinking and experienced people in the world working for us. Our goal is to craft an environment where we can do our life's best work. If you're creative, autonomous, and highly motivated, we want to hear from you!
Requirements
- You are completing a Ph.D. in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience) or a domain science such as Physics, Chemistry, Materials Science.
- Hands-on experience in AI research for robotics.
- Experience with robotics digital twins.
- Strong understanding of software design patterns, architectural principles, and standard methodologies in complex distributed systems.
- Experience working with both Linux and Windows operating systems.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking, with the ability to deliver high-quality code and resilient services.
- Excellent communication skills and an ownership-driven mindset.
Nice To Haves
- Python proficiency (strongly preferred due to Python-based tooling).
- Familiarity with USD, URDF, MJCF, and CAD formats.
- Knowledge and experience of software digital twins.
- Experience in IsaacSim and/or IsaacLab.
Responsibilities
- Research at the frontier of Laboratory Automation and Robotics Digital Twins.
- Develop, expand and strengthen the capabilities of the Matterix software tool (https://www.nature.com/articles/s43588-025-00924-4).
- Research on approaches for the integration of digital twins with AI agents and science experiments.
- Developing a framework for laboratory digital twin science that is integrated with NVIDIA tools in collaboration with software engineers.
- Solve science problems with our collaborators.
- Participating in code reviews, technical design discussions, and continuous improvement activities within the team.
Benefits
- You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
