Sr. Scientist - Polymer Formulation
About The Position
Corning is one of the world’s leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. From the depths of the ocean to the farthest reaches of space, our technologies push the boundaries of what’s possible. At Corning, there are endless possibilities for making an impact. You can help connect the unconnected, drive the future of automobiles, transform at-home entertainment, and ensure the delivery of lifesaving medicines. Corning’s businesses are ever-evolving to best serve our customers, industries, and consumers. Today, we accelerate and transform life sciences, mobile consumer electronics, optical communications, display, automotive, and solar markets. We are changing the world with trusted products that accelerate drug discovery, development, and delivery to save lives; damage-resistant cover glass to enhance the devices that keep us connected; optical fiber, wireless technologies, and connectivity solutions to carry information and ideas at the speed of light; precision glass for advanced displays to deliver richer experiences; auto glass and ceramics to drive cleaner, safer, and smarter transportation; and solar polysilicon, wafers, and innovative photovoltaic modules, enabling low-cost solar energy solutions.
Requirements
- Master’s or Ph.D. in Chemistry, Materials Science, Polymer Science, Adhesion Science, or a related field
- 0–5 years of experience in polymer formulation, materials development, or related research through industry, internships, or academic research
- Strong foundation in polymer chemistry and polymer-based materials
- Experience developing and characterizing formulations for inks, adhesives, coatings, or related systems
- Strong experimental design, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to interpret data and communicate technical findings clearly
- High attention to detail in laboratory work, documentation, and analysis
Nice To Haves
- Experience with thermoplastics, thermosets, elastomers, and/or composite materials
- Familiarity with formulation additives such as plasticizers, fillers, stabilizers, and rheology modifiers
- Experience using data analysis tools such as JMP, Minitab, or similar software
- Familiarity with intellectual property processes, including invention disclosures or patent writing
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced research environment
Responsibilities
- Design, synthesize, and characterize formulations for inks, adhesives, and coatings
- Develop and optimize polymer systems to meet targeted application and performance needs
- Explore new functional materials and apply structure-property relationships to solve technical challenges
- Plan and execute experiments, analyze data, and translate findings into clear recommendations
- Partner with multidisciplinary teams to move ideas from research into innovative products and technologies
- Maintain thorough technical documentation and communicate results effectively to stakeholders
- Stay current on emerging materials, technologies, and formulation approaches to help drive innovation
Benefits
- Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives
- 100% company-paid pension benefit with fixed contributions
- Matching contributions to your 401(k) savings plan
- Medical, dental, 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
Entry Level
