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Intellectual Property Legal Assistant

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Date: Oct 24, 2025

Location: Corning, NY, US, 14831

Company: Corning

Requisition Number: 71563

 

The company built on breakthroughs. ​  
Join us.​                    

                                                          

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.  ​  

 

How do we do this? With our people. They break through limitations and expectations – not once in a career, but every day. They help move our company, and the world, forward. ​  

 

​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.​   

 

Come break through with us.  

 

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, and automotive 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 

Role Purpose

Under the supervision of a lead attorney specializing in Intellectual Property, the Legal Assistant will provide comprehensive administrative and clerical support to Attorneys and Paralegals within the Intellectual Property Center of Excellence (COE) at Corning’s Law Department. 

Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare specialized Intellectual Property forms, including Abandonment and Declaration documents.
  • Schedule and organize meetings efficiently.
  • Coordinate travel arrangements and manage expenses for Attorneys.
  • Independently gather and compile information following established procedures.\
  • Proactively identify workflow inefficiencies and propose effective solutions.
  • Manage daily routine tasks with high attention to detail.
  • Ensure office coverage during normal business hours.
  • Ensure all work is error-free, with thorough follow-up to complete tasks.
  • Provides administrative back up support within organization

Experiences/Education - Required

  • Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and written.
  • Robust organizational and administrative skills.
  • Strong attention to detail with error-free work. Capability to work independently and seek assistance as needed.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with team members and individuals at all levels.
  • Maintain professional composure and demeanor at all times.
  • High School Diploma/GED or equivalent experience; 1+ years of experience in Administrative Assistant roles

 

 


The range for this position is $39,710.00 - $54,601.00 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. 

 

A job that shapes a life.  

Corning offers you the total package.  

 

Your well-being is our priority. Our compensation and benefits package supports your health and wellness, financial aspirations, and career from day one.

  • Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives align with key business results and ensure you are rewarded when the company performs well. When Corning wins, we all win.
  • As part of our commitment to your financial well-being, we provide a 100% company-paid pension benefit with fixed contributions that grow throughout your career. Combined with matching contributions to your 401(k) savings plan, Corning’s total contributions to your retirement accounts can reach between 7% and 12% of your pay, depending on your age and years of service.
  • Our health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, family building support, fitness, company-paid life insurance, disability, disease management programs, paid time off, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support you and your family.  
  • Getting paid for our work is important, but feeling appreciated and recognized for those contributions motivates us much more. That’s why Corning offers a recognition program to celebrate successes and reward colleagues who make exceptional contributions. 

 

We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected status.

 

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To request an accommodation, please contact us at accommodations@corning.com.


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