Job Description

Research Scientist, Cognitive Science

At Facebook Reality Labs, our goal is to explore, innovate and design novel interfaces and hardware for the next generation of virtual, augmented, and mixed reality experiences. We are looking for a skilled and motivated Research Scientist to join our team, whose mission is to create and apply scientific knowledge about the cognitive system to improve human experiences in an augmented world. Experience with a broad range of statistics and/or theoretically-driven computational models is required. The chosen candidate will work with a highly interdisciplinary team of researchers and engineers and will have access to cutting edge technology, resources, and testing facilities.

• Devise and execute research plans with inter-disciplinary collaborators to investigate and model human cognitive processes and apply that knowledge to improve interaction control systems for AR glasses
• Devise and execute research to determine how models of cognitive processes can be used with other measures (e.g., body movements) to understand a user’s intention
• Work collaboratively to help develop novel AR interaction systems
• Mentor MS/PhD interns and collaborate with external academic groups to advance our research goals

• PhD degree in the field of cognitive psychology, cognitive science, cognitive neuroscience, mathematical psychology, human factors or related areas
• Experience with advanced statistical methodologies and computational modeling
• Experience generating novel research questions that cross disciplinary boundaries and/or extend research to a new application domain
• 2+ years of experience with scientific programming languages such as Python, R, or similar
• Experience collaborating and communicating effectively in team settings

• Experience working with real-world/naturalistic data
• Experience with interdisciplinary and/or cross-cultural collaboration
• Proven track record of achieving results, such as peer-reviewed scientific publications, published open-source software, or awards for scientific contributions (e.g., publications, presentations, grants)

Oculus is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.

Oculus is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at [email protected] .