Strategic Alliance Manager, AI for Chemistry

Job Description

Job Title: Senior Strategic Alliance Manager, AI for Chemistry and Materials Science (Higher Education & Research). Location: Remote (US, CA, Santa Clara, USA)

Responsibilities:

• Identify leading researchers and laboratories in AI-driven chemistry and materials science across universities and research institutions.
• Build and manage strategic partnerships with key academic and industry opinion leaders.
• Define and execute NVIDIA’s engagement strategy for developer communities in higher education and research.
• Collaborate with product, engineering, marketing, and applied research teams to shape platform adoption strategies;
• Evangelize NVIDIA technologies by engaging with researchers and developers through teaching kits and technical collaborations.
• Organize and host technical events such as meetups, hackathons, workshops, and lectures.
• Represent NVIDIA at scientific, academic, and industry conferences.
• Provide feedback to internal product teams based on research community needs and trends.

Qualifications:

• PhD in computational chemistry, materials science, computer science, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 6+ years of experience in machine learning, interatomic potentials, generative modeling, or quantum chemistry workflows in academic or research settings.
• Strong understanding of AI applications in chemical and materials research;
• Excellent communication skills with ability to present technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Preferred:

• High-impact research publications in AI for chemistry, molecular modeling, or materials discovery.
• Experience with CUDA, parallel programming, or performance-focused computing.
• Contributions to open-source projects in simulation, chemistry, or materials science;
• Experience managing technical partnerships across multiple stakeholders and teams.

Benefits and Compensation:

• Base salary range:
  • Level 4: $184,000 – $287,500 USD
  • Level 5: $224,000 – $356,500 USD
• Eligible for equity and performance-based benefits.
• Comprehensive employee benefits package (varies by region and role).
• Opportunity to work with leading AI and scientific research teams globally.

Other Information:

• NVIDIA uses AI tools in recruiting processes with human oversight for final decisions;
• Equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion across all protected categories.
• Role involves active engagement with global research and academic communities in AI and materials science.