Optics and Vision Scientist

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* ** Summary*
* Apple is seeking a scientist with deep expertise in human visual optics and vision science to help develop groundbreaking imaging and display technologies for future products. Joining the Vision Science Group-a multidisciplinary team spanning color science, psychophysics, and neuroscience-you will apply fundamental science and engineering to deliver unparalleled visual experiences. We thrive in a highly collaborative, hands-on environment that fosters scientific excellence, creativity, and innovation.

** Description*
* Leveraging your expertise in clinical vision and optics, you will conceive, design, tes t, and deploy advanced optics and display technologies that seamlessly integrate across Apple's hardware, software, and services.

** Minimum Qualifications*
* + Bachelor's degree in Vision Science, Optometry, Optics, or a related field with 10 years of experience

+ Experience  in the mathematical and computational modeling of the human visual system

+ Experience designing, conducting, and analyzing human subjects research in optics and vision

** Preferred Qualifications*
* + Ph.D. or OD in Vision Science, Optometry, Optics, or a related field

+ Advanced understanding of geometrical and wavefront optics, including adaptive optics and linear systems theory (e.g., Fourier analysis, digital filtering)

+ Hands-on experience with clinical and research instruments such as wavefront sensors, autorefractors, lensometers, and eye-tracking technology

+ Proficiency in simulation and modeling tools (e.g., MATLAB, Mathematica) and optical design software (e.g. Zemax)

+ Experience implementing experiments using tools like Psychophysics Toolbox, Psycho Py, or QUEST+.

+ Familiarity with developing custom iOS applications for research or testing

+ Exceptional written and verbal communication skills to effectively collaborate across cross-functional engineering teams.