Research Intern, Optical Design and Vision Science

Description

Futurewei has opening for optical design and vision science research intern position. Candidate will conduct research, modeling, and/or prototyping in the pioneering field of differentiable ray tracing, visual perception, and/or thermal management. The intern will have the opportunity to work alongside and learn from senior researchers to explore and develop new and impactful technologies.

• Optical designs and evaluation for 3D displays
• Evaluate human visual response with visual computing toolbox ISETbio
• Apply machine learning toolboxes to display optics design and/or human perception study
• Publish papers

• Ph.D. or Ph.D. candidate in Optical Science, Vision, or Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering or relative major.
• Hands‑on experience in optics lab (candidates with research experience will be considered)
• Knowledge and experience in Machine Learning toolboxes such as PyTorch.
• Knowledge in optical aberrations and in running commercially available optical design software, such as Optic Studio/Zemax
• Experience in writing codes for differentiable ray tracing is preferred
• Self‑motivated detail‑oriented team player.
• Good verbal and written communication skills. Have track record of publishing scientific papers.