USAISR Extended Reality Software Developer and Graphic Design Postgraduate Fellowship

Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 64,000 - 81,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance supplement

Relocation allowance

Training and travel allowance

Job summary

USAISR at Joint Base San Antonio is offering a 12-month internship for post-bachelor or post-master candidates in XR development and software engineering. You will work with a team of scientists to create immersive clinical guidance systems, leveraging extended reality technologies and OpenXR standards.

Under a mentor, you will design and implement XR applications, explore headset and sensor integrations, and disseminate findings through presentations and journals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related discipline.
• Degree received within five years of start date; veterans eligible.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and maintain XR applications and end user experiences.
• Write clean, efficient code in languages such as C#, C++, Python, Kotlin, Java or Swift.
• Develop APIs to write XR apps and use OpenXR standards.
• Create 3D holographic UI and interaction designs for spatial computing.
• Develop wireframes and design mockups; apply Unity/Unreal for XR environments.

Skills

Software development

XR hardware

Game design

Spatial computing

Industrial design

Spatial UX/UI

Human factors

Usability heuristics

Medical software

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in CS/Software Engineering

Tools

Unity

Unreal Engine

OpenXR

Xcode/SwiftUI

Job description

Organization

U.S. Department of Defense (DOD)

Reference Code

USAISR-2026-0015

Description

The U.S. Army Institute of Surgical Research (USAISR) is offering a postgraduate bachelor's or master's internship at Joint Base San Antonio (JBSA).

What will I be doing?

As an ORISE participant, you will join a community of scientists, engineers, and researchers in an effort to develop medical clinical decision support systems utilizing extended reality technology. You will participate in various projects utilizing software engineering, human factors usability, and design/visualization in developing applications to optimize combat casualty care. These projects include augmented/mixed reality systems, headset/sensor evaluations, integration of medical sensors/devices to headsets, and creating innovative solutions for immersive clinical guidance systems. This is an excellent opportunity for someone eager to grow their skills in XR development.

Why should I apply?

Under the guidance of a mentor, you will learn and gain experience in a variety of research activities, including:

• Designing, developing and maintaining XR applications and end user experiences
• Writing clean, efficient, well documented code using programming languages such as C#, C++, Python, Kotlin, Java or Swift
• Developing and implementing APIs to write XR applications and use OpenXR standards
• Creating graphical 3D holographic designs, user interface (UI), and interaction design specifically optimized for spatial computing for XR
• Developing wire framing and design mockups
• Applying game engines like Unity or Unreal Engine to create mixed environments and interactions
• Using SwiftUI and Xcode platforms
• Conducting human translational research studies
• Disseminating your research through scientific research journals, presentations, and technology demonstrations

Where will I be located?

San Antonio, Texas

What is the anticipated start date?

The USAISR is ready to make appointments immediately. Exact start dates will be determined at the time of selection and in coordination with the selected candidate. Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis, and internships or fellowships will be filled as qualified candidates are identified.

What is the appointment length?

This appointment is a twelve-month research appointment, with the possibility to be renewed for additional research periods. Appointments may be extended depending on funding availability, project assignment, program rules, and availability of the participant.

What are the provisions?

You will receive a stipend to be determined by USAISR. Stipends are typically based on a participant’s academic standing, discipline, experience, and research facility location. The stipend range for this opportunity for post-bachelor's is $64,000.00 - $69,275.66 and post-master’s is $75,000.00 - $81,100.00. Other provisions may include the following:

• Health Insurance Supplement (Participants are eligible to purchase health insurance through ORISE)
• Relocation Allowance
• Training and Travel Allowance

About USAISR

The U.S. Army Institute of Surgical Research is one of six research laboratories within the U.S. Army Medical Research and Development Command of the U.S. Army Medicine Command. The Institute is the Army's lead research laboratory for improving the care of combat casualties. The mission of the Institute is to "Optimize Combat Casualty Care". For more information about the USAISR please visit https://usaisr.health.mil/.

About ORISE

This program, administered by Oak Ridge Associated Universities (ORAU) through its contract with the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to manage the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE), was established through an interagency agreement between DOE and DoD. Participants do not enter into an employee/employer relationship with ORISE, ORAU, DoD or any other office or agency. Instead, you will be affiliated with ORISE for the administration of the appointment through the ORISE appointment letter and Terms of Appointment. Proof of health insurance is required for participation in this program. Health insurance can be obtained through ORISE. For more information, visit the ORISE Research Participation Program at the U.S. Department of Defense.

Qualifications

The qualified candidate will have a bachelor's or master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or other eligible discipline. Degree must have been received within five years of the appointment start date. U.S. military veterans who have been honorably discharged (or who have been medically discharged because of a service-connected disability) and who received a bachelor's or master's degree within ten years of the desired start date are also eligible.

Preferred Skills

• Software development (augmented, mixed, or virtual reality)
• Strong knowledge of XR hardware platforms (e.g. HoloLens, Apple Vision Pro, Quest, Vive, etc) in professional or personal capacity
• Game Design / Interactive Media
• Spatial Computing / Experiential Media Design
• Industrial Design / Digital Product Design
• Spatial UX/UI Design
• Human factors engineering
• Certifications in Nelson’s usability heuristics
• Medical technology-related research or medical software

Candidates are highly encouraged to submit a portfolio link showcasing past work in 3D modeling, interactive media, UX/UI case studies, or video demonstrations of developed VR/AR/XR environments.

Application Requirements

• Zintellect Profile
• Educational and Employment History
• Essay Questions (goals, experiences, and skills relevant to the opportunity)
• Resume (PDF)
• Transcripts/Academic Records - Please upload a copy of a transcript for your current or most recent degree program that meets the disciplinary qualifications of the opportunity. Click here for detailed information about acceptable transcripts.
• Two recommendations. We encourage you to contact your recommender(s) as soon as you start your application to ensure they are able to complete the recommendation form and to let them know to expect a message from Zintellect. Recommenders will be asked to rate your scientific capabilities, personal characteristics, and describe how they know you. You can always log back in to your Zintellect account and check the status of your application.

Stipend

$64,000.00 - $81,000.00 Yearly

Point of Contact

Debbie

Eligibility Requirements

• Citizenship: LPR or U.S. Citizen
• Degree: Bachelor's Degree or Master's Degree received within the last 60 month(s).
• Discipline(s):

Discipline(s) details

• Computer, Information, and Data Sciences
  • Artificial Intelligence (including Robotics, Computer Vision, Human Language Processing, and Machine Learning)
  • Computer Architecture and Grids
  • Computer Science - Languages and Systems
  • Computer Science - Theoretical Foundations
  • Computer Science (general)
  • Computer Systems Analysis
  • Computer Systems Design (including Signal Processing)
  • Data Science
  • Databases, Information Retrieval, and Web Search
  • Graphics and Visualization
  • Human Computer Interaction
  • Information Science and Technology
  • Information Security and Assurance
  • Networks and Communications
  • Operating Systems and Middleware
  • Scientific Computing and Informatics
  • Software Engineering

Engineering

• Age: Must be 18 years of age
• Veteran Status: Veterans Preference, degree received within the last 120 month(s).