Optical R&D Scientist — Light-Adjustable Lens

Socket.dev; Aliso Viejo (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

RxSight in Aliso Viejo, California, is seeking a research candidate for its Optics R&D division to help develop a light-adjustable intraocular lens and support optical testing, measurements, and fixture design.

The role requires hands-on lab work, collaboration with engineers, data analysis, and the ability to create reliable nomograms and documentation. A AS or BS in optics, optical engineering, physics or a related field is required; training on internal policies will be provided.

Qualifications

• Practical experience with optical testing techniques and metrology (interferometry, MTF, etc.).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office or equivalent.
• Experience designing, fabricating, and aligning optical systems.
• Able to synthesize information, find data, and plan workflows.
• Identifies problems quickly and works well in teams.
• Continuously expands knowledge and skills.
• Reads and interprets numerical data.

Responsibilities

• Assist with optical testing of RxLAL and related products, including interferometric, MTF, and other measurements.
• Work in the laboratory to assist with nomograms for the light adjustable lens.
• Prepare and present data summaries and engineering documentation.
• Confers with engineering and technical staff regarding fabrication and testing of prototype systems, and modifies design as required.
• Design and commercialize new products based on light adjustable materials technology.
• Ensure that all laboratory equipment is properly maintained and calibrated.
• Modify hardware equipment as needed.
• Design and build test and manufacturing fixtures as needed.

Skills

Optical testing

Interferometry

MTF

Metrology

Optical design

Data presentation

Problem solving

Continuous learning

Education

AS or BS degree in optics, optical engineering, physics or related field

Tools

Matlab

Mathcad

Mathematica

Maple

Word Processing

Spreadsheet Software

Project Management System

Job description

RxSight in Aliso Viejo, California, is seeking a research candidate for its Optics R&D division to help develop a light-adjustable intraocular lens and support optical testing, measurements, and fixture design.

The role requires hands-on lab work, collaboration with engineers, data analysis, and the ability to create reliable nomograms and documentation. A AS or BS in optics, optical engineering, physics or a related field is required; training on internal policies will be provided.