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Corning Incorporated

Since our earliest days, Corning Incorporated, the world leader in specialty glass and ceramics, has worked closely with customers to understand their problems, explore possible solutions, and then bring those solutions to life through our world-class scientific and manufacturing capabilities.Our unique collaborative culture paired with more than 160 years of materials science and process engineering continue to drive us forward -- as we look at the toughest problems, imagine the possibiliti... Read More

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Fiber Process Research Scientist

A world leader in industrial research and development, Corning staunchly believes in change. We thrive on seeking new opportunities to make a difference for mankind and bringing them to life.

Our dedicated scientists conduct their research with the highest integrity, finely tuned processes and superb skill. Breakthroughs occur when our researchers leverage existing technologies across product lines or come as the result of a profound moment of inspiration or even as an unexpected, experimental outcome. That is when research is at its most exciting.

We do everything possible to sustain our culture of innovation. We continually invest in research and development to provide our scientists with the resources they need. This has enabled our scientific community to develop a unique ability to solve complex problems and maintain a keen focus on things that really matter -- technologies that improve our lives and change our world.

R&D is the foundation on which Corning’s history has been built, and we have no doubt it will lead us to future technological triumphs.

To know more about Corning's Science and Technology division, please visit the R&D website at:
http://www.corning.com/r_d/index.aspx



Scope of Position:

Scientist responsible for identifying and developing new processes and/or process conditions for improved product attributes or reduced cost of optical fiber manufacturing processes (laydown, consolidation, draw, …). Scope includes identification and development of new fiber making processes and new fiber products. Expectation of developing novel experiments and either developing new analytical techniques or utilizing existing techniques to gain fundamental understanding of underlying principles.

Day to Day Responsibilities:

    * Designing experiments and analyzing data
    * Developing new analytical tools or utilizing existing tools to support process development
    * Collaborating with other process and modeling experts in other organizations
    * Participating on cross functional teams
    * Communicating and documenting results
    * Managing product and process development efforts

Travel Requirements (please note if international): Few times a year, primarily Wilmington, NC

Hours of work/work schedule/flex-time: 40 hours/week

Job Title: Fiber Process Research Scientist

Reference Number: 171213



Required Education: MS in Chemistry, physics, materials science, or chemical engineering or equivalent

Required Years and Area of Experience: 5 yrs

Required Skills:

    * M.S. or Ph.D. in Materials Science, Ceramic Science, Chemistry or the equivalent
    * Demonstrated experience and strong technical knowledge in cross disciplined science based on graduate research (publications, research topics)
    * Processing and impact on material properties and high temperature processing
    * Experience and interest in hands on experimentation
    * Diverse background in educational experience – either degree or interaction
    * Experience in initiating research activities
    * Innovative thinking, creative
    * Ability to take an idea from concept to reality
    * Understand value of using modeling as well as characterization and tools
    * Good oral and written communication skills
    * Ability to work effectively with diverse teams
    * Working knowledge of physical phenomena (heat and mass transfer, fluid mechanics, etc.) and thermodynamics with a strong background in relating material properties to process conditions and product attributes
    * Advanced problem solving skills
    * Ability to design and carry out experiments

Desired Skills:

    * Knowledge in optical materials and properties and Fiber process technologies
    * Glass processing experience
    * Experience with cross disciplinary teams
    * Strong organization skills, ability to manage multiple tasks
    * Self-starting individual with strong leadership potential

Soft Skills:

    * Enthusiastic and motivated
    * Ability to work within a team environment
    * Able to identify long term needs/goals and determine short term objectives to achieve
    * Ability to work independently
    * Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written)

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Email:	Inquiries@corning.com