Assistant Scientist

Rxsight • Aliso Viejo, CA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

RxSight is a biomedical device company based in Aliso Viejo, California, is seeking candidates for a research position in its Optics R&D Division. This job involves working with a team of scientists to develop a light-adjustable intraocular lens for use in cataract and refractive surgery. The position requires a working knowledge of standard optical testing techniques (interferometry, MTF, profilometry, etc), experience with optical instrument design and assembly, and basic aberration theory. Experience with human vision is desired, but not required. Duties include working directly with the light adjustable lens technology, maintenance and calibration of equipment, optical measurements, design of experiments, and design of optomechanical fixtures. Successful candidates will have the ability to prioritize, work independently, and to get along with others.

Requirements

• Practical experience with general optical testing techniques and metrology including interferometry, MTF, radius of curvature, etc.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite of software (or equivalent).
• Experience with designing, engineering, fabrication, and alignment of optical systems.
• Synthesizes complex or diverse information, collects and researches data, designs work flows and procedures.
• Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner, develops alternative solutions, works well in group problem solving situations.
• Strives to continuously build knowledge base and skills sets.
• Presents numerical data effectively and can read and interpret written information.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with human vision is desired, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assists with optical testing of the RxLAL and related products, including interferometric, MTF, regular product monitoring, and other measurements.
• Work in the laboratory to assist with development of nomograms for the light adjustable lens.
• Prepare and present data summary and engineering documentation.
• Confers with engineering and technical staff regarding fabrication and testing of prototype systems, and modifies design as required.
• Design and commercialize new products based on light adjustable materials technology.
• Ensure that all laboratory equipment is properly maintained and calibrated.
• Modify hardware equipment as needed.
• Design and build test and manufacturing fixtures as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree