Research Scientist, Circuits - PhD New College Grad 2026

NVIDIA; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 168,000 - 264,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity

Benefits

Job summary

NVIDIA is seeking a Research Scientist for Circuits in Durham, NC. This role involves exploring high-performance circuit technologies and collaborating with elite researchers. Candidates should possess a PhD in Electrical Engineering or related fields, with a strong background in circuit design. The base salary range is $168,000 to $264,500, complemented by equity and benefits. NVIDIA values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. Applications are accepted until at least April 18, 2026.

Qualifications

• Strong background in circuits with a focus on high-performance design.
• A proven history in research publications and collaborations.
• Excellent communication skills to work across diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Explore circuit approaches to optimize performance and power.
• Design and implement circuit solutions in prototypes.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external researchers.
• Transfer technology to product groups and publish research.

Skills

Circuit Design

Communication

Collaboration

Education

PhD in Electrical Engineering or related field

Job description

We are now looking for a Research Scientist for Circuits. Advanced circuit design is critically important in the post‑Moore’s Law age. Without the ability to scale process to increase performance and reduce power, we must rely more and more on creative architectural and underlying circuit solutions to provide continuing advancement from generation to generation.

NVIDIA Research is seeking world‑class circuit researchers to contribute to the exploration of future high‑performance, low‑power circuit technologies and development of prototype circuits. If you have a strong circuits background, desire to collaborate with elite researchers on critical problems, and a vision about how to advance the state‑of‑the‑art, the team will be a great fit for you. NVIDIA has an ambitious circuit research agenda that involves taking circuit technology to the next level. This position offers an opportunity to have a real impact in a fast‑moving technology‑focused company.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Explore circuit approaches to optimizing processor computation and interconnect performance and power.
• Design and implement circuit approaches in prototype systems.
• Collaborate with external researchers and a diverse set of internal product teams across research and product roles.
• Transfer technology to product groups.
• Publish original research and speak at conferences and events.

What We Need To See

• Pursuing PhD or equivalent experience in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science/Engineering, or related field. A strong publication, patent, and research collaboration history is a huge advantage.
• Excellent knowledge and broad background of theory and practice of circuit design.
• Depth in one or more areas of high‑performance circuit design (PLLs and clocking, SerDes and high‑speed signaling, photonics, SRAMs, power delivery/regulation, thermal, packaging/3DIC, security circuits, and high‑speed logic).
• Track record of research excellence or significant product development.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

NVIDIA is widely considered to be one of the technology world’s most desirable employers. We have some of the most forward‑thinking and hardworking people in the world working for us. If you're creative, autonomous and love a challenge, we want to hear from you!

Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. The base salary range is 168,000 USD - 264,500 USD. You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.

Applications for this job will be accepted at least until April 18, 2026.

NVIDIA is committed to fostering a diverse work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As we highly value diversity in our current and future employees, we do not discriminate (including in our hiring and promotion practices) on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law.