Research Scientist Intern, Novel Organic Materials (PhD)

Summary: Meta is seeking a Research Scientist Intern to take novel organic materials from concept through to the device level, focusing on the fundamentals of material behavior during growth. The role involves developing next-generation optoelectronic materials and collaborating with the Meta Reality Labs Research team to address challenges in the AR/VR space. Responsibilities: - Develop the next generation of optoelectronic materials with an emphasis on advanced design, growth, and analysis, to prove new concepts and understand the potential impact of those concepts - Collaborate with the larger Meta Reality Labs Research team to holistically understand current goals, limitations, and bottlenecks in the wider AR/VR space - Design and explore novel crystal growth/processing techniques, with a focus on highly specific components and devices - Publish research results and contribute to research that can be applied to Meta product development Required Qualifications: - Currently has or is in the process of obtaining a PhD degree in Physics, Chemistry, Optical Science and Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or relevant technical field - Must obtain work authorization in the 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: chemistry, materials, organic materials, crystallization / solid state analysis, optoelectrical materials - 2+ years experience with solid-state analysis: e.g. diffuse reflectance, XRD, spectroscopy, DSC - 2+ years experience with conducting experimental laboratory work (i.e., demonstrated ability to take concepts, adapt them and translate them to the bench-top) - Intent to return to a degree-program after the completion of the internship/co-op Preferred Qualifications: - Proven track record of achieving significant results as demonstrated by grants, fellowships, patents, as well as first-authored publications at relevant high-impact journals - Experience with the CCDC suite of software and other such as (e.g. BGMN, Profex, Olex2) - Experience with Rietveld refinement - Experience working and communicating cross functionally in a team environment Required Skills: PhD in relevant field, Solid-state analysis, Experimental laboratory work Important Skills: Optoelectronic materials, Crystal growth techniques, CCDC software Nice-to-Have Skills: Team collaboration, Communication skills Benefits: Benefits