Research Scientist Intern, Inorganic Materials Chemistry (PhD)

Meta • Redmond, WA

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About The Position

The Research Scientist Intern in Inorganic Materials Chemistry at Meta Reality Labs will focus on advancing optical materials development, specifically through the synthesis and nanofabrication of sol-gel and nanocomposite-based chemistries. This internship aims to contribute to the development of breakthrough AR glasses and VR headsets by collaborating with a world-class team of researchers and engineers, ultimately impacting how we work, play, and connect in the future.

Requirements

• Currently has or is in the process of obtaining a Ph.D. degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Optical Engineering or relevant technical field.
• Must obtain work authorization in country of employment at the time of hire and maintain ongoing work authorization during employment.
• 2+ years experience in at least one of the following areas of optical or materials research: inorganic materials synthesis, inorganic materials characterization, photo-chemistry, optical materials.
• Hands-on laboratory experience in an academic or industrial R D setting.
• Experience with sol-gel chemistry and/or nanoparticle synthesis.
• Experience in characterization of inorganic materials, including via XPS, XRD, SEM and TEM.
• Experience with optimization of material mechanical properties via microstructural design.
• Experience in coating techniques or thin film chemistry.

Nice To Haves

• Intent to return to degree program after the completion of the internship/co-op.
• Experience working and communicating cross functionally in a team environment.
• Proven track record of achieving significant results as demonstrated by first-authored publications in high-impact journals, grants, fellowships and patents.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with researchers and cross-functional partners including communicating research plans, progress, and results.
• Publish research results and contribute to research that can be applied to Meta product development.
• Design and implement coating materials used for optical device fabrication.
• Synthesize, functionalize, and process novel inorganic materials in the laboratory, including nanocomposites and sol-gel materials.
• Analyze material properties via a variety of in-house analytical techniques.
• Transfer new materials to the engineering team and assure successful implementation of new materials and processes.
• Collaborate with and support other researchers across various disciplines (process engineers, mechanical engineers, physicists).
• Summarize and present research agenda, progress and results over the course of the intern project.

Benefits

• $7,313/month to $11,293/month compensation
• Benefits package including health insurance and other perks

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Web Search Portals, Libraries, Archives, and Other Information Services
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree