Staff Scientist, Optical Materials

Requisition Number: 66324

 

Corning is vital to progress – in the industries we help shape and in the world we share.

 

We invent life-changing technologies using materials science. Our scientific and manufacturing expertise, boundless curiosity, and commitment to purposeful invention place us at the center of the way the world interacts, works, learns, and lives.

 

Our sustained investment in research, development, and invention means we’re always ready to solve the toughest challenges alongside our customers. 

Scope of Position

The successful candidate would work in the Optical Physics and Systems development group of Corning Advanced Optics business.  We work in dynamic, cross-functional teams and seek an experienced materials scientist with a passion for the development of and applications for optical materials including large single-crystal materials. 

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Develop fundamental understanding of single crystal growth processes and identify improvements to current processes to increase yield or quality of products.
• Engage across the business team – R, D,&E, production, commercial, sales- to troubleshoot and improve existing product lines
• Execute technical investigations into materials growth, properties, or application including experimental planning, execution, data analysis, and communicating results providing impact.
• Document knowledge in formal and informal reports

Required Education & Experience

• PhD in Physics, Materials Science, Solid-state Chemistry, Physical Chemistry or other relevant field
• PhD required with 3+ years of experience
• Sound technical understanding of single crystal materials and their optical properties
• Practical experience in materials growth and/or characterization methods
• Strong problem solving and troubleshooting skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and to interface with large teams, working across departmental/discipline boundaries
• 30-50% domestic travel.

Desired Skills

• Practical experience in vertical Bridgman single crystal growth and growth of large crystals
• Working knowledge of optical materials, including glass and glass ceramics.  
• Working knowledge of metrology related to the optical properties and characteristics of material

 

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.  

 

The range for this position is  $108,674.00 - $149,427.00 assuming full time status. Starting pay for the successful applicant is dependent on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position are dependent on hours worked and may include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, pension plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, and PTO.

 

​Corning Puts YOU First! 

We are committed to supporting your health, financial, career development, and life goals as you grow professionally and personally to achieve your highest potential. All benefits begin as soon as you start your career at Corning. 
 

• Our monetary peer-to-peer recognition program is tied to our Values and celebrates you and your colleagues’ contributions. 
• Health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, mental health/substance use, fitness, and disease management programs.  
• Financial benefits include a 401(k) savings plan wit