Computational Neuroscience Intern (Fall 24)

Join the Leader in Entertainment Innovation: Computational Neuroscience Intern (Fall 2024)

Discover the future of entertainment with Dolby Laboratories! Join our Dolby U internship program for an unparalleled opportunity to gain impactful, project-based experience in a collaborative and creative environment. Work side-by-side with industry leaders and fuel your curiosity by implementing real-world solutions that revolutionize how people communicate and enjoy entertainment worldwide.

About the Program

Our Advanced Technology Group (ATG) serves as Dolby’s research division. ATG’s mission is to deliver forward-thinking insights and innovate technological solutions that support Dolby’s continued growth. We specialize in cutting-edge fields such as AI/ML, digital signal processing, audio engineering, image processing, and more.

What We’re Looking For:

We seek candidates who excel technically, possess strong problem-solving and analytical skills, and have a deep curiosity about how and why things work. Ideal candidates are passionate about audio, video, movies, music, or game technology and eager to collaborate and learn from others.

• Real-time gaming/simulation engine skills such as Unreal
• Experience with volumetric video rendering to 2D screens and HMDs
• Strong programming skills in Python, Matlab, or similar languages
• Machine learning techniques and algorithms proficiency
• Understanding of scientific research and experimental design

Responsibilities:

• Design immersive virtual environments that offer complete audiovisual experiences
• Conduct experiments in computational neuroscience, perception science, and multimodal AI
• Collect and analyze multimodal data using state-of-the-art tools
• Develop algorithms for signal processing and analysis of human experiential data
• Incorporate subjective data into machine learning models to enhance their performance
• Present findings and contribute to research papers and patents

Candidate Requirements:

• Pursuing a PhD in neuroscience, computer science, electrical engineering, cognitive science, biomedical engineering, or related fields
• Proficiency in real-time gaming/simulation engines
• Experience with audio and visual elements of virtual environments
• Strong programming and prototyping skills
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
• Ability to work independently and take initiative

Why Join Us?

Immerse yourself in cutting-edge research in multimodal perception and computational neuroscience. Work with experienced engineers, researchers, and scientists, and develop invaluable skills in immersive world construction, experimental design, data collection, and analysis.

We encourage you to apply even if you lack prior experience. Highlight relevant projects, volunteer work, and extracurricular activities on your resume.

Eligibility:

PhD candidates and recent graduates (within 6 months of graduation) are eligible. This internship is a full-time position from September 23, 2024, to December 2024. Candidates should be available to work Monday to Friday for the duration of the internship.

The San Francisco/Bay Area hourly range for this position is $44-57/hr, and may vary based on location, skills, and experience. Your recruiter will provide more details on compensation and benefits during the hiring process.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Dolby Laboratories is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We make employment decisions without regard to race, religious creed, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, disability, and other protected classifications.

Company Name: Dolby Laboratories

Job Title: Computational Neuroscience Intern (Fall 2024)