Assistant Scientist
About The Position
RxSight, an ophthalmic medical technology company headquartered in Aliso Viejo, California, is seeking a research professional for its Optics R&D Division. The role supports a team of scientists developing a light-adjustable intraocular lens for cataract and refractive surgery. The position involves optical testing and measurement, work with light-adjustable lens technology, equipment maintenance and calibration, design of experiments, and design of optomechanical fixtures. Candidates should be able to prioritize work, operate independently, and collaborate effectively. Experience with human vision is desired but not required.
Requirements
- Practical experience with general optical testing techniques and metrology, including interferometry, MTF, and radius of curvature.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office or equivalent software.
- Experience designing, engineering, fabricating, and aligning optical systems.
- Ability to synthesize complex or diverse information, collect and research data, and design workflows and procedures.
- Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner, develop alternative solutions, and work well in group problem-solving situations.
- Willingness to continuously build knowledge and skills.
- Ability to present numerical data effectively and read and interpret written information.
- An associate degree with at least 3 years of experience in related fields, or a bachelor's degree in optics, optical engineering, physics, chemistry, or a related field.
- Completion of position training requirements, including specified policy training within 30 days of hire and annually.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with human vision.
Responsibilities
- Assist with optical testing of the RxLAL and related products, including interferometric testing, 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 summaries and engineering documentation.
- Confer with engineering and technical staff regarding fabrication and testing of prototype systems, and modify designs as required.
- Design and commercialize new products based on light-adjustable materials technology.
- Ensure laboratory equipment is properly maintained and calibrated.
- Modify hardware equipment as needed.
- Design and build test and manufacturing fixtures as needed.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
