Associate Research Scientist

Job Posting Title: Associate Research Scientist Req ID: 10150938 Job Description: Overall purpose of role

An Associate Research Scientist (ARS) is a researcher that contributes to DisneyResearch|Studios (DRS) projects, driving new technology applications for The Walt Disney Studios, based on areas of expertise available in the labs and knowledge of the research frontier. An ARS has the latitude to recommend research projects based on the needs gathered from the different studio units. She or he is expected t o actively contribute to DRS projects, developing cutting-edge technology and applications for Disney ’s animation and visual effects businesses in collaboration with a senior researcher.

Areas of responsibility

R esponsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

Conduct research on topics relevant to DRS in collaboration with a senior researcher aligned with DRS’s project portfolio and strategy.

Recommend new research projects to senior researcher s

Serve as Principle Investigator on tactical projects in the DRS project portfolio

Contribute to forward-thinking blue-sky ideas and projects

Participate and collaborate in deliver ing tec hnology prototypes for projects to internal stakeholders.

Develop new and advanced cutting-edge techniques and algorithms.

Survey relevant technologies and stay abreast of latest developments in the field.

Develop and implement demo systems and prototypes in software and hardware.

Independently make research contributions, including preparing reports, papers for publication, presentations, and technical documents.

Participate in relevant conferences, workshops and other academic-industrial events.

Draft and submit patent invention disclosures based on research in collaboration with senior researchers.

Mentor interns and students from DRS’s academic collaboration partner ETH.

Required skills and experience Required skills, experience, and expertise include:

PhD in a fields relevant to DRS’s research groups

Strong academic record including published papers at top-tier venues relevant to DRS’s research portfolio

Strong implementation skills and knowledge of  mainstream programming languages

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Fluent (C1 or above) knowledge of English

Passion for solving challenging problems relevant to Disney’s businesses and a bility to work in a team on collaborative projects

Last updated: October 7 , 20 24 / DisneyResearch |Studios

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Date Posted: 2026-07-15