Senior Staff Scientist
Corning
Senior Staff Scientist
Corning
Specialty glass, ceramics, and tech components
Requisition Number: 78019
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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.
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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. And so much more.
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Corning is hiring a Staff Scientist or Senior Staff Scientist – Precision Mechanical / Optomechanical Systems to join its Science & Technology organization at Sullivan Park in Corning, New York. As Corning’s flagship R&D campus, Sullivan Park is where scientists and engineers turn breakthrough ideas into the advanced materials, optical technologies, and hardware innovations that shape the future. This role is open at multiple levels, with level and compensation determined based on the selected candidate’s education, experience, technical depth, and demonstrated leadership.
In this role, you will help develop optical connectivity solutions for AI and high-performance computing, designing the precision components and assemblies that enable advanced optical hardware to be aligned, integrated, and manufactured reliably. This is a highly visible opportunity for a technical leader with deep expertise in precision mechanical systems, ideally with experience in optomechanics or similarly demanding hardware environments, who can apply strong engineering judgment to solve difficult technical challenges and help move next-generation technologies from concept to reality.
What You’ll Do
Minimum Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
The range for this position is $100,206.00 - $153,885.00 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.
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Corning develops and manufactures specialty glass, ceramics, and related components for a range of industries. Its engineered glass and ceramic materials are produced and integrated into devices and systems such as smartphone screens, high‑performance displays, optical networks, automotive emissions controls, and life‑science equipment. The company differentiates itself with a broad portfolio across multiple markets, material science expertise, reliable supply, and end‑to‑end components and systems. Its goal is to help customers achieve performance and reliability by providing durable, high‑quality materials and connected solutions that scale with growing demand.
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