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Research Scientist I

  • Full Time, onsite
  • Kforce Technology Staffing
  • On Site, United States of America
Salary undisclosed

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RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has an enterprise client seeking a Research Scientist I in Sunnyvale, CA.

Summary:
Join a cutting-edge research team focused on advancing vision science, optical metrology, and display technologies. As a Vision Scientist, you will play a key role in conducting literature reviews and designing experiments to evaluate optical performance and visual perception. You will collaborate with researchers, engineers, and external partners to ensure robust research design, data integrity, and high-throughput analysis of optical systems. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, adaptable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary research environment.

Key Responsibilities:
* Conduct literature reviews to stay informed of the latest advancements in vision science, optical metrology, and display technology
* Design and execute experiments to assess visual perception, display performance, and optical measurement methodologies
* Recognize, document, and escalate protocol deviations while ensuring experimental accuracy and repeatability
* Maintain and troubleshoot laboratory instruments, ensuring proper calibration and functionality
* Analyze complex datasets using modern data analysis tools (Python, MATLAB, R, etc.) to extract meaningful insights
* Work with researchers to refine analytical methodologies, correlate human perception metrics with optical performance, and optimize workflows
* Facilitate interactions with internal and external collaborators to improve experimental efficiency and data collection

REQUIREMENTS:
* Hands-on experience with optical metrology, vision science methodologies, or display characterization techniques
* Strong background in experimental design, statistical analysis, and data interpretation
* Ability to conduct and synthesize literature reviews to guide research direction
* Experience with data analysis and visualization using tools such as Python, MATLAB, or R
* Excellent organizational skills, record-keeping, and attention to detail
* Knowledge of laboratory safety procedures and best practices for handling sensitive equipment
* Strong verbal and written communication skills to document and present research findings

Preferred Qualifications:
* PhD in Vision Science, Optical Engineering, Neuroscience, or a related field with 2-4 years of research or industry experience
* Familiarity with high-throughput research methodologies and test automation
* Experience designing and conducting psychophysical experiments, visual perception studies, or human factors research
* Background in machine vision, image processing, or computational modeling of vision systems
* Ability to work within multidisciplinary teams and contribute to cross-functional research initiatives
* Experience with developing in Unity
* Ability to set up eye tracking hardware and perform analysis

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

By clicking ?Apply Today? you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages or emails from Kforce and its affiliates, and service providers. Note that if you choose to communicate with Kforce via text messaging the frequency may vary, and message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You will always have the right to cease communicating via text by using key words such as STOP.
Employers have access to artificial intelligence language tools (“AI”) that help generate and enhance job descriptions and AI may have been used to create this description. The position description has been reviewed for accuracy and Dice believes it to correctly reflect the job opportunity.
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RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has an enterprise client seeking a Research Scientist I in Sunnyvale, CA.

Summary:
Join a cutting-edge research team focused on advancing vision science, optical metrology, and display technologies. As a Vision Scientist, you will play a key role in conducting literature reviews and designing experiments to evaluate optical performance and visual perception. You will collaborate with researchers, engineers, and external partners to ensure robust research design, data integrity, and high-throughput analysis of optical systems. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, adaptable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary research environment.

Key Responsibilities:
* Conduct literature reviews to stay informed of the latest advancements in vision science, optical metrology, and display technology
* Design and execute experiments to assess visual perception, display performance, and optical measurement methodologies
* Recognize, document, and escalate protocol deviations while ensuring experimental accuracy and repeatability
* Maintain and troubleshoot laboratory instruments, ensuring proper calibration and functionality
* Analyze complex datasets using modern data analysis tools (Python, MATLAB, R, etc.) to extract meaningful insights
* Work with researchers to refine analytical methodologies, correlate human perception metrics with optical performance, and optimize workflows
* Facilitate interactions with internal and external collaborators to improve experimental efficiency and data collection

REQUIREMENTS:
* Hands-on experience with optical metrology, vision science methodologies, or display characterization techniques
* Strong background in experimental design, statistical analysis, and data interpretation
* Ability to conduct and synthesize literature reviews to guide research direction
* Experience with data analysis and visualization using tools such as Python, MATLAB, or R
* Excellent organizational skills, record-keeping, and attention to detail
* Knowledge of laboratory safety procedures and best practices for handling sensitive equipment
* Strong verbal and written communication skills to document and present research findings

Preferred Qualifications:
* PhD in Vision Science, Optical Engineering, Neuroscience, or a related field with 2-4 years of research or industry experience
* Familiarity with high-throughput research methodologies and test automation
* Experience designing and conducting psychophysical experiments, visual perception studies, or human factors research
* Background in machine vision, image processing, or computational modeling of vision systems
* Ability to work within multidisciplinary teams and contribute to cross-functional research initiatives
* Experience with developing in Unity
* Ability to set up eye tracking hardware and perform analysis

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

By clicking ?Apply Today? you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages or emails from Kforce and its affiliates, and service providers. Note that if you choose to communicate with Kforce via text messaging the frequency may vary, and message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You will always have the right to cease communicating via text by using key words such as STOP.
Employers have access to artificial intelligence language tools (“AI”) that help generate and enhance job descriptions and AI may have been used to create this description. The position description has been reviewed for accuracy and Dice believes it to correctly reflect the job opportunity.
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