Research Scientist Intern, Computational Diffractive Optics (PhD)

Meta Reality Labs is seeking a Research Scientist Intern in Computational Diffractive Optics for a PhD-level position. The role involves collaborating with researchers and cross-functional partners to develop next-generation AR/VR displays, with a focus on advanced modeling and prototyping. The intern will explore novel solutions for AR/VR devices, applying knowledge in areas such as diffractive optics, polarization optics, and geometrical optics.

Key responsibilities include:

• Collaborating with researchers and communicating research plans, progress, and results
• Publishing research and contributing to product development
• Developing advanced AR/VR displays through modeling and prototyping
• Exploring novel solutions for AR/VR devices
• Applying expertise in diffractive optics, polarization optics, or geometrical optics

Qualifications:

• PhD candidate in Optical Science, Optical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Computational Science, or a related field
• 2+ years experience in optical research (holography, diffractive optics, computational electromagnetics/photonics)
• 2+ years hands-on experience with optical simulation algorithms (RCWA, FDTD, FEM, adjoint method, or similar)
• Proficiency in Python, Matlab, or equivalent programming languages
• Work authorization in the country of employment

Preferred qualifications include intent to return to a degree program after the internship, experience in cross-functional team environments, and a proven track record of achievements (grants, fellowships, patents, publications).

The internship offers competitive compensation ($7,313/month to $11,333/month + benefits) and can last 12 to 24 weeks with various start dates throughout the year. Meta provides a supportive and inclusive work environment, committed to equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations for candidates with diverse needs.