Research Engineer Intern, Neural Interfaces (PhD)

Oculus      ·      Redmond, WA     ·    Internship

Reality Labs is looking for interns to advance our pioneering work in neuromotor interfaces, which has grown out of the acquisition of CTRL-labs. This technology could become one of the main pillars for interaction with the virtual and augmented world. Help us unleash human potential by erasing the bottlenecks between user intent and action. In this role you will embed with a world-class team of engineers and research scientists investigating the nature of human neuromotor signals (EMG) and working to design, prototype, and evaluate novel hardware for next generation human-machine interactions.

Our internships are twelve (12) to sixteen (16) weeks long, and we have various start dates throughout the year.

Research Engineer Intern, Neural Interfaces (PhD) Responsibilities

• Plan and execute cutting-edge applied research to advance HMI capabilities.
• Collaborate with engineering and science teams to translate fundamental scientific knowledge into new technology.
• Use quantitative research methods to define, iterate upon and advance key areas of our hardware research agenda.
• Operate characterization platforms to design and validate biopotential systems.

Minimum Qualifications

• Currently has, or is in the process of obtaining, a PhD in the fields of electrical engineering, biomedical engineering, HCI/BCI, robotics, biophysics, systems neuroscience, or related fields.
• Strong research-oriented implementation skills, including comfort working with prototype hardware and fluency in scientific analysis methods (Python preferred).
• Enthusiasm for experimental design and applied research.
• Must obtain work authorization in country of employment at the time of hire, and maintain ongoing work authorization during employment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong scientific communication skills, including familiarity with scientific communication tools (jupyter, matplotlib).
• Experience with mechanical or electrical design of real-world systems.
• Experience in Bioimpedance, Bioelectricity, human-machine interfaces, wearable biosensors, biofeedback, or similar.
• Experience in off-line and real-time signal processing.
• Experience working with neural data or other physiological signals.
• Experience with Electrochemical characterization using a potentiostat.
• Intent to return to degree-program after the completion of the internship/co-op.

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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