About the role#
We are looking for a PhD student to join our Research and Development team for the Summer 2027 term. You will work alongside experts to develop improved metrology hardware and techniques for characterizing metasurfaces. This role offers the chance to apply your academic research to technical problems and gain experience in productizing meta-optics.
What you'll do#
- Build and characterize an improved optical setup to measure the polarization response of our devices.
- Characterize novel devices to help refine our design and build processes.
- Learn how to qualify metrology for high volume manufacturing.
- Apply your PhD work to current technical challenges.
- Collaborate with team members to support our development goals.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a PhD in Optics, Physics, Optical Engineering, or a related field.
- Strong hands-on optics experience, including polarimetry.
- Familiarity with measuring metrics such as MTF and quantum efficiency.
- Optical design experience, preferably using Zemax.
- Experience with CAD and optomechanical design.
- Data and statistical analysis skills using tools like JMP, R, or MATLAB.
- Ability to perform sensitivity analysis of optical systems, including systematic and random error assessment.
- Hands-on experience with semiconductor or clean room processes.
- Programming experience with Python and Python APIs for automation.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, paid internship based in Boston, Massachusetts.
- The position offers hybrid and remote work arrangements.
- Compensation is $5,500 to $8,500 per month, determined by skills and experience.
- We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role.
About metalenz
Metalenz is a semiconductor manufacturing company based in Boston, Massachusetts. Founded in 2016, the firm develops metasurface optics for machine vision and sensing applications. It employs between 11 and 50 people. The company focuses on optics manufactured in semiconductor foundries to support consumer devices.
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