Research Scientist Intern, Wearable Tactile Sensors (PhD)

Meta • Redmond, WA • 1d ago

Summary:

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. 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 proto@types and advancing the technology that will make XR universal.Our internships are twelve (12) to twenty-four (24) weeks long and we have various start dates throughout the year.

Required Skills:

Research Scientist Intern, Wearable Tactile Sensors (PhD) Responsibilities:

Design, proto@type, and characterize novel wearable tactile sensors capable of detecting and predicting slip, and/or covering large areas with high-density resolution.

Model sensor performance in the @context of performing dexterous manipulation tasks.

Research, develop, and characterize next-generation soft wearable sensing technologies.

Collaborate with the broader Reality Labs team to provide creative solutions for challenges in soft wearables and sensing technologies.

Focus on fundamental scientific and engineering questions related to the complex deformation of soft wearable devices.

Leverage experimental and characterization data to iteratively improve tactile sensor designs.

Effectively communicate and publish research activities and findings to collaborators across diverse disciplines.

Minimum Qualifications:

Currently has or is in the process of obtaining a PhD in the field of Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Applied Physics, Robotics or relevant technical field

2+ years experience with hardware prototyping, soft wearable technologies, and hands-on experience including but not limited to soft transducers design, manufacturing and characterization OR 3+ years of experience in optimizing sensor design using data-based approaches or similar

Must obtain work authorization in country of employment at the time of hire and maintain ongoing work authorization during employment

Intent to return to the degree-program after the completion of the internship/co-op

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 such as ISSCC, VLSI Symposium, ESSCIRC or similar

Experience working and communicating cross functionally in a team environment

Public Compensation:

$7,313/month to $12,134/month + benefits

Industry: Internet

Equal Opportunity:

Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereo@types, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment.

Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at accommodations-ext@meta.com.

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