Email jobs to me

Senior Chromatography & Mass Spectrometry Scientist

Apply now »

Date: Jan 28, 2026

Location: Corning, NY, US, 14831

Company: Corning

Requisition Number: 73037

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

This position will be responsible for the analysis of polymeric related materials using liquid and gas chromatography with mass spectrometry techniques. A variety of methods may need developing to deliver the necessary information to customers. Customer interaction is necessary for establishing scope to develop a clear understanding of the requirements of the measurements for project support or improving manufacturing processes. Suggesting measurements and experiments is a strong requirement. Operating safely in the laboratory is required as well as maintaining a quality analysis program. Writing technical reports and contributing to intellectual property is also an expectation in this role.

Key Responsibilities

Manages equipment and resources to keep lab running in a safely manner.
Designs and executes experiments to solve problems or develop new processes or products.
Uses rigorous processes and technical knowledge to build fundamental understanding.
Work in a multi-disciplinary team with other scientists, engineers, and technicians
Provides inputs and/or documents ideas with contributions to IDs, RTRs, NTRs as well as external publications.
Makes recommendations for purchasing new equipment, including identifying vendors, collecting quotes and tracking orders.
Identifies and articulates problems as well as develops and executes approaches to solving them.
Provides day-to-day problem-solving support to Research, Development, and Manufacturing.
Runs and modifies testing processes.
Documents data and writes reports for laboratory processes and instrumentation.
Identifies problems and opportunities of significance that are important to customers and markets.
Makes technical presentations to customers and at conferences.
Functions as a team member or team leader on focused projects.
Supports and/or leads continuous improvement activities on products, processes and cost reduction products.
Acts as a technical expert in a specific field.

Experiences/Education - Required

Minimum M.S. degree with 2 years of post-graduate experience directly aligned with organic analysis using separation science
Extensive chromatography (UPLC/HPLC and GC) and mass spectrometry experience is required as is demonstrated experience in instrumental maintenance and repair.
Application of analytical techniques for polymers and polymer additives
Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills

Experiences/Education - Desired

Gel Permeation Chromatography analysis
Knowledge of Extractable/Leachable experiments

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $87,079.00 - $119,734.00 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.

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.

Nearest Major Market: Corning

Apply now »