Staff Scientist, Formulation

Corning • Corning, NY

98d

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. We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Formulation Scientist to join our innovative Science and Technology research team at Corning. This is an exciting opportunity for a talented scientist with a strong foundation in formulation science to contribute to the development of advanced materials and processes for inks, adhesives, and coatings. As part of Corning's core research group, you will develop cutting-edge solutions that support our business units in Automotive, Optical Communication, Life Sciences, Advanced Optics, and Emerging Innovations. We are committed to pushing the boundaries of science and technology to solve the world's toughest materials challenges. Joining our team means you will have access to state-of-the-art facilities, a collaborative and innovative environment, and opportunities to make an impact across diverse industries.

Requirements

• Bachelor's, Master's, or Ph.D. in Chemistry, Materials Science, Polymer Science, Adhesion Science, or a related field.
• 2-5+ years of industrial experience in polymer formulation, development, or research.
• Expertise in polymer chemistry, including thermoplastics, thermosets, elastomers, and composite materials.
• Hands-on experience in developing and characterizing formulations for inks, adhesives, and/or coatings.
• Strong experimental design and analytical skills, with the ability to interpret data and solve complex problems.
• Knowledge of formulation additives (e.g., plasticizers, fillers, stabilizers) and their impact on performance.
• Excellent communication skills to present findings to multidisciplinary teams.
• High level of precision and attention to detail in both laboratory work and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Design, synthesize, and characterize organic formulations for inks, adhesives, and coatings.
• Optimize polymer formulations to meet specific application requirements.
• Develop and evaluate new functional materials, leveraging a strong understanding of polymer chemistry and structure-property relationships.
• Conduct in-depth analysis of experimental results and propose data-driven solutions.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary scientific and engineering teams to integrate formulations into innovative products.
• Create and maintain detailed documentation of experiments, observations, and findings.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and contribute to the development of innovative approaches.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Nonmetallic Mineral Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree