Research Scientist Intern, Soft Wearable Research and Technologies (PhD)

At Reality Labs Research, we are at the forefront of pioneering research into new technologies aimed at revolutionizing user interface technologies for the next generation of virtual, augmented, and mixed reality experiences. Our focus is on developing soft and conformable wearables that provide seamless user experiences, addressing both integration and manufacturing challenges to shape the future of XR interactions.We are dedicated to solving difficult technical challenges across our AR, VR, and MR products. We are actively developing a comprehensive range of technologies necessary for the creation of next-generation AR glasses and VR headsets. This includes advancements in optics and displays, computer vision, audio, graphics, brain-computer interfaces, haptic interaction, and comprehensive tracking technologies (eye/hand/face/body). Our work also encompasses perception science and true telepresence, all within a multidisciplinary and highly collaborative environment.As a Research Scientist Intern, you will collaborate with a team of expert research scientists, hardware engineers, and software developers. Your role will involve building groundbreaking prototypes and advancing the technology that will make XR universal. You will engage with complex technical challenges in human-computer interaction, contributing to revolutionary changes in how people interact with computing devices.Join Reality Labs Research as an intern and be part of shaping the future of AR/VR technology! Work with researchers to help enable their work across the following research disciplines:- Soft Wearable Research- Soft Wearable Technologies- Soft Wearable Transducers- Soft Wearable Technologies, Inverse DesignOur internships are twelve (12) to twenty-four (24) weeks long and we have various start dates throughout the year. Some projects may require a minimum of 16 consecutive weeks.

Research Scientist Intern, Soft Wearable Research and Technologies (PhD) Responsibilities:

• Research and develop the next generation of soft wearable technologies.
• Collaborate with the larger Reality Labs team and provide creative solutions to challenges in soft wearables and sensing technologies.
• Design, prototype, and characterize novel soft actuators.
• Emphasis on fundamental scientific and engineering questions related to the undefined behavior of soft wearable technologies to inform new concepts and the perceptual impact of those concepts.
• Communicate or publish research activities and findings to collaborators across a variety of disciplines.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Currently in the process of obtaining a PhD degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Robotics, Bio-engineering, or relevant technical field.
• 2+ years experience with hardware prototyping, soft wearable technologies, and performing experiments including but not limited to pressure/deformation measurements.
• Systematic thinking, cross-group collaboration, clear communication.
• Must obtain work authorization in the country of employment at the time of hire and maintain ongoing work authorization during employment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated experience via an internship, work experience, or widely used contributions to open source projects.
• Proven track record of achieving significant results as demonstrated by grants, fellowships, patents, as well as first-authored publications at leading workshops or conferences and journals such as UIST, CHI, SIGGRAPH, Neural Control of Movement, American Society of Biomechanics, SES, SEM, ICTAM, ASME, MRS, APS, Science & Nature family of Journals, Experimental Mechanics, Extreme Mechanics, IJSS, JMPS, Chemical Reviews, Advanced Materials, E-life or similar.
• Experience working and communicating cross functionally in a team environment.
• Intent to return to degree program after the completion of the internship/co-op.
• Availability for minimum 16 consecutive week internship.

About Meta:

Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps like Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. People who choose to build their careers by building with us at Meta help shape a future that will take us beyond what digital connection makes possible today-beyond the constraints of screens, the limits of distance, and even the rules of physics.

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$7,313/month to $11,293/month + benefits

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