Scientist, IOX Chemistry

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Date: Apr 29, 2026

Location: Corning, NY, US, 14831

Company: Corning

Requisition Number: 74672

 

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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, automotive, and solar 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 
  • Solar polysilicon, wafers, and innovative photovoltaic modules, enabling low-cost solar energy solutions

 

Role Purpose

 

Corning is hiring a Scientist, IOX Chemistry to support analytical testing and laboratory operations at Sullivan Park, Corning’s R&D campus in Corning, New York. This is an onsite role working a Monday–Friday daytime schedule, typically around 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The position focuses on ion chromatography (IC) and plays an important role in generating high-quality analytical data, maintaining instrument reliability, and supporting research and development tied to Corning’s advanced glass technologies, including Gorilla Glass.

 

In this role, you will be a hands-on technical resource in the lab, helping ensure reliable sample analysis, strong data quality, and smooth day-to-day instrument performance. You’ll work across analytical testing, troubleshooting, method development, and lab operations, partnering with internal teams to support innovation and problem-solving in a development environment.

 

Key Responsibilities

 

    • Perform ion chromatography analyses and review data for accuracy, consistency, and timely reporting
    • Prepare calibration and check standards and support routine instrument calibration and performance verification
    • Troubleshoot, maintain, and repair IC systems, including replacing consumables and common wear components
    • Develop and validate analytical methods to support new testing needs and expand laboratory capabilities
    • Maintain accurate records of analytical data, instrument issues, maintenance activities, and technical findings
    • Manage laboratory inventory and order consumables, standards, and other supplies needed for daily operations
    • Partner with internal teams and vendors to resolve technical issues and support laboratory improvement projects

Experiences/Education - Required

    • Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related technical field
    • Experience working with analytical laboratory instrumentation
    • Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in a laboratory environment
    • Ability to manage technical documentation, data, and multiple priorities
    • Effective written and verbal communication skills

Experiences/Education - Desired

    • Master’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related field
    • Experience with ion chromatography systems and associated software
    • Experience with Thermo Fisher IC systems
    • Background in analytical method development and validation
    • Familiarity with laboratory safety practices, hazardous waste handling, and preventive maintenance
    • Experience with modeling, programming, CAD, or related technical tools

Corning is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and considers requests for reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable laws. Individuals with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs may request reasonable accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, perform essential job functions, or access other benefits and privileges of employment. To submit a request for reasonable accommodation related to disability or religion, please contact us at accommodations@corning.com.


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