What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research Scientist Intern, Human Computer Interaction (PhD) position at META?
Research Scientist Intern, Human Computer Interaction (PhD) At Meta Reality Labs Research, our world-class team of researchers, developers, and designers collaborate to create innovative user experiences with contextual AI. As a Research Intern, you will investigate how people and AI agents interact through various interfaces and develop groundbreaking sensing technologies, interactions, and interfaces for augmented reality glasses and wearable devices. Our mission is to invent user interface technologies that drive the next generation of augmented-reality experiences, unleashing human potential by removing barriers between intent and action.ResponsibilitiesPlan and execute cutting-edge research to advance human-computer interaction research.Collaborate with dynamic teams of engineers, designers, and researchers.Organize and lead research activities such as designing and building prototypes, algorithm development, experimental design, data collection, and analysis.Write and publish high-quality scientific articles.Communicate research activities and findings to collaborators across various disciplines.Take big problems and deliver clear, compelling, and creative proposals for how to solve them at scale.Produce publishable research in top-tier journals or at leading international conferences.Minimum QualificationsCurrently has, or is in the process of obtaining, a PhD degree in Computer Science, Human-Computer Interaction, Human-AI Interaction, AI / ML, Human-Robot Interaction, or relevant technical field.3 years of research experience in HCI, AI or related fields, as shown in prior publications and portfolio.1 years of experience in experimental design of user studies and statistical analysis to interpret results.Interpersonal skills : cross-group collaboration and cross-culture collaboration.Must obtain work authorization in the country of employment at the time of hire and maintain ongoing work authorization during employment.Preferred QualificationsFamiliarity with the HCI field and AR / VR technologies and literature.Proven track record of achieving research results and innovation as demonstrated by minimum 2 patents or first-authored peer-reviewed publications in relevant venues such as ACM CHI, ACM UIST, ACM IMWUT, IEEE ISMAR or IEEE VR.Expertise in techniques like circuit design, signal processing, model training, LLMs, Prompt Engineering, and related techniques.Familiarity with machine learning libraries such as PyTorch or TensorFlow and / or development environments like Unity.Experience working and communicating cross functionally in a team environment.Intent to return to degree program after the completion of the internship / co-op.Availability for minimum 16 consecutive week internship.Compensation$7,800 / month to $11,293 / month benefits. Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate, monthly rate, or annual salary only, and do not include bonus, equity or sales incentives, if applicable. In addition to base compensation, Meta offers benefits.Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative ActionMeta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information, political views or activity, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.Meta is committed to providing reasonable support (called accommodations) in our recruiting processes for candidates with disabilities, long term conditions, mental health conditions or sincerely held religious beliefs, or who are neurodivergent or require pregnancy-related support. If you need support, please reach out to accommodations-ext@meta.com.#J-18808-Ljbffr
Salary : $7,800 - $11,293
