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The Meta Reality Labs Research Team brings together a world-class team of researchers, developers, and engineers to create the future of virtual and augmented reality, which together will become as universal and essential as smartphones and personal computers are today. And just as personal computers have done over the past 45 years, AR, VR and MR will ultimately change everything about how we work, play, and connect. We are developing all the technologies needed to enable breakthrough AR glasses and VR headsets, including optics and displays, computer vision, audio, graphics, brain-computer interfaces, haptic interaction, eye/hand/face/body tracking, perception science, and true telepresence. Some of those will advance much faster than others, but they all need to happen to enable AR, VR and MR that are so compelling that they become an integral part of our lives. In particular, the Meta Reality Labs Research Audio team is focused on two goals; creating virtual sounds that are perceptually indistinguishable from reality and redefining human hearing.
Audio Research Scientist Intern Responsibilities:
- Design, conduct, and analyze audiologic experiments and measurements, including pure-tone and speech audiometry, otoacoustic emissions, auditory evoked potentials, real-ear measurements, and psychoacoustic testing.
- Conduct basic and applied research in hearing science and auditory perception. Focus on enhancing speech intelligibility in noisy environments and developing hearing assistance solutions.
- Communication of research agenda, progress, and full analyses of results.
- Design and implementation of novel algorithms to solve audio research problems.
- Experimental design, implementation, and execution to evaluate new audio technologies.
- Collaboration with other researchers across audio and acoustic engineering disciplines.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Currently has, or is in the process of obtaining, a PhD in the field of Hearing Science, Audiology, Neuroscience, Signal Processing or similar or a related field
- 1+ years of experience designing, conducting, and analyzing audiologic experiments and measurements (e.g. speech in noise performance, PTA, ABR, etc)
- 1+ years of experience in MATLAB, Python, C/C++, or equivalent programming language
- 1+ years of experience in binaural rendering, spatial hearing, or signal processing
- Must obtain work authorization in the country of employment at the time of hire, and maintain ongoing work authorization during employment
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience in conducting audiologic experiments and measurements (e.g., pure-tone and speech audiometry, otoacoustic emissions (OAE), auditory evoked potentials, real-ear measurements, and psychoacoustic testing)
- Experience in real-time audio and audio algorithms development
- Proven track record of achieving significant results as demonstrated by grants, fellowships, patents, as well as first-authored publications at relevant journals or conferences, e.g. IEEE International Conference on Acoustics Speech and Signal Processing (ICASSP), Association for Research in Otolaryngology (ARO), NeurIPS, ICML, IEEE MLSP, Acoustical Society of America (ASA), and Audio Engineering Society (AES)
- Intent to return to a degree-program after the completion of the internship/co-op
- Experience working and communicating cross functionally in a team environment
ABOUT META:
Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps like Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. People who choose to build their careers by building with us at Meta help shape a future that will take us beyond what digital connection makes possible today—beyond the constraints of screens, the limits of distance, and even the rules of physics.
Meta 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, 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, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment.
Meta 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 accommodations-ext@meta.com.
COMPENSATION
- $7,313/month to $12,134/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. Learn more about benefits at Meta.
INTRODUCTION
The Meta Reality Labs Research Team brings together a world-class team of researchers, developers, and engineers to create the future of virtual and augmented reality, which together will become as universal and essential as smartphones and personal computers are today. And just as personal computers have done over the past 45 years, AR, VR and MR will ultimately change everything about how we work, play, and connect. We are developing all the technologies needed to enable breakthrough AR glasses and VR headsets, including optics and displays, computer vision, audio, graphics, brain-computer interfaces, haptic interaction, eye/hand/face/body tracking, perception science, and true telepresence. Some of those will advance much faster than others, but they all need to happen to enable AR, VR and MR that are so compelling that they become an integral part of our lives. In particular, the Meta Reality Labs Research Audio team is focused on two goals; creating virtual sounds that are perceptually indistinguishable from reality and redefining human hearing.
Audio Research Scientist Intern Responsibilities:
- Design, conduct, and analyze audiologic experiments and measurements, including pure-tone and speech audiometry, otoacoustic emissions, auditory evoked potentials, real-ear measurements, and psychoacoustic testing.
- Conduct basic and applied research in hearing science and auditory perception. Focus on enhancing speech intelligibility in noisy environments and developing hearing assistance solutions.
- Communication of research agenda, progress, and full analyses of results.
- Design and implementation of novel algorithms to solve audio research problems.
- Experimental design, implementation, and execution to evaluate new audio technologies.
- Collaboration with other researchers across audio and acoustic engineering disciplines.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Currently has, or is in the process of obtaining, a PhD in the field of Hearing Science, Audiology, Neuroscience, Signal Processing or similar or a related field
- 1+ years of experience designing, conducting, and analyzing audiologic experiments and measurements (e.g. speech in noise performance, PTA, ABR, etc)
- 1+ years of experience in MATLAB, Python, C/C++, or equivalent programming language
- 1+ years of experience in binaural rendering, spatial hearing, or signal processing
- Must obtain work authorization in the country of employment at the time of hire, and maintain ongoing work authorization during employment
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience in conducting audiologic experiments and measurements (e.g., pure-tone and speech audiometry, otoacoustic emissions (OAE), auditory evoked potentials, real-ear measurements, and psychoacoustic testing)
- Experience in real-time audio and audio algorithms development
- Proven track record of achieving significant results as demonstrated by grants, fellowships, patents, as well as first-authored publications at relevant journals or conferences, e.g. IEEE International Conference on Acoustics Speech and Signal Processing (ICASSP), Association for Research in Otolaryngology (ARO), NeurIPS, ICML, IEEE MLSP, Acoustical Society of America (ASA), and Audio Engineering Society (AES)
- Intent to return to a degree-program after the completion of the internship/co-op
- Experience working and communicating cross functionally in a team environment
ABOUT META:
Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps like Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. People who choose to build their careers by building with us at Meta help shape a future that will take us beyond what digital connection makes possible today—beyond the constraints of screens, the limits of distance, and even the rules of physics.
Meta 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, 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, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment.
Meta 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 accommodations-ext@meta.com.
COMPENSATION
- $7,313/month to $12,134/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. Learn more about benefits at Meta.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as a Clinical Research Scientist
Align your credentials to the Research Scholar category
Research Scholar status applies to post-doctoral researchers and scientists with advanced degrees conducting independent research. Confirm your CV documents peer-reviewed publications, institutional affiliations, and a defined research agenda before approaching any host site or designated sponsor.
Separate your host employer from your visa sponsor
Your hiring institution, a university, hospital, or biotech, acts as the host, not the J-1 sponsor. The designated sponsor organization issues your DS-2019 and holds legal responsibility for program compliance throughout your exchange period.
Target research institutions with established J-1 host agreements
Pharmaceutical companies and academic medical centers that regularly host exchange visitors already have active agreements with designated sponsor organizations. Use Migrate Mate to filter Clinical Research Scientist roles at employers with a documented history of hosting J-1 exchange visitors.
Build a training plan before your DS-2019 is issued
Your designated sponsor requires a detailed training plan outlining your research objectives, methodologies, and supervision structure. Prepare this document with your host department head early, since incomplete plans delay DS-2019 issuance and push back your program start date.
Check your home country's two-year residency requirement status
Research Scholar participants from countries on the State Department's Exchange Visitor Skills List may be subject to the two-year home residency requirement after their program ends. Confirm whether your country is listed before accepting an offer, as it affects any future H-1B or green card eligibility.
Negotiate your program extension before the 30-day window
Research Scholar status can extend up to five years, but extension requests must be submitted to your designated sponsor before your current DS-2019 expires. Coordinate with your host site's international office at least 60 days out to avoid a gap in authorized status.
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Find Clinical Research Scientist JobsClinical Research Scientist J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category applies to Clinical Research Scientists?
The Research Scholar category fits most mid-career and senior Clinical Research Scientists conducting studies at universities, hospitals, or research institutes. If you're a recent graduate completing structured post-degree training, the Trainee category may apply instead. The distinction depends on your degree level, years of experience, and whether the program is structured as independent research or supervised skills training.
Who actually sponsors my J-1 visa, the employer or a separate organization?
Your J-1 visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, not your hiring employer. Institutions such as IIE, CIEE, or a university's own designated program issue your DS-2019 form and carry legal responsibility for your exchange. Your hiring institution is the host, meaning it provides the work environment and supervision but does not hold the sponsorship designation.
How do I find Clinical Research Scientist roles where employers are set up to host J-1 participants?
Not all research employers maintain active host agreements with designated sponsor organizations. Migrate Mate lets you search Clinical Research Scientist positions specifically at employers who have hosted J-1 exchange visitors, saving you the step of contacting institutions that have no existing infrastructure for the program. Filtering by J-1 compatibility early in your search prevents wasted outreach.
Does the J-1 two-year home residency requirement affect Clinical Research Scientists specifically?
It can, and it's a common issue for researchers from countries on the State Department's Exchange Visitor Skills List. If the requirement applies to you, you cannot change to H-1B or permanent resident status without returning home for two years or obtaining a waiver. Review your country's status before accepting any Research Scholar program offer, since waivers are limited and not guaranteed.
Can a Clinical Research Scientist extend their J-1 program if the research takes longer than expected?
Research Scholar participants can extend up to a five-year maximum, but your designated sponsor must approve each extension before your current DS-2019 end date. Extensions require updated documentation from your host site confirming the research is ongoing and that the extension serves the original exchange objectives. Plan requests at least 60 days before expiration to avoid a status gap.
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