Senior Research Scientist
About The Position
Corning is a world leader in materials science, specializing in glass, ceramics, and related materials. The company's technologies are used in various applications, from space exploration to everyday devices. Corning focuses on innovation and relies on its employees to drive progress. The company is involved in accelerating life sciences, mobile consumer electronics, optical communications, display, automotive, and solar markets. Corning's innovations include products for drug discovery, damage-resistant cover glass, optical fiber, precision glass for displays, auto glass and ceramics, and solar energy solutions.
Requirements
- PhD in Physics, Glass Science, or Geology and 5-10 years of work experience in relevant industry or lab environment
- Background in material science, glass, physics, chemistry or geology
- Experience/background in optical materials and applications
- Experience with non-silicate and non-oxide materials
- Technically curious, self-motivated, and able to work independently and in teams
- Ability to develop and execute experimental plans
- Hands-on technical aptitude
- Strong communication skills – verbal and written
- Attention to detail, rigorous execution of work and documentation
- Able to manage multiple priorities at once
Nice To Haves
- Leadership experience
- Glass forming knowledge
- Modeling proficiency
- Knowledge of material mechanical properties and fracture mechanics
- Proficiency in chemistry and chemical durability of materials
- Able to transition materials/products from research through development and beyond
- Knowledge of characterization tools for bulk and surface properties of materials
Responsibilities
- Lead and provide technical support to new materials innovation programs
- Invent and optimize compositions for new glass and glass-ceramics and product applications; capture associated intellectual property with patent attorneys
- Collaborate with process research and innovation teams
- Coordinate with and/or direct laboratory technicians
- Solve technical problems associated with process innovations or manufacturing operations
- Provide fundamental understanding of glass structure and property relationships for new product inventions
- Utilize modeling and characterization tools with colleagues within Inorganic Materials and other organizations across Corning’s technology community
- Devise experimental plans and execute critical experiments
- Review relevant internal and external literature
- Document and present experimental and modeling results
- Work closely with team members in product and process development organizations
- Interface and collaborate with commercial, engineering and manufacturing colleagues
- Maintain safe and clean work environment.
Benefits
- Company-wide bonuses
- Long-term incentives
- 100% company-paid pension benefit
- Matching contributions to 401(k) savings plan
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Paid parental leave
- Family building support
- Fitness programs
- Company-paid life insurance
- Disability insurance
- Disease management programs
- Paid time off
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Recognition program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
