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Senior Technician

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Date: Feb 4, 2025

Location: Corning, NY, US, 14831

Company: Corning

Requisition Number: 66739

 

Corning is vital to progress – in the industries we help shape and in the world we share.

 

We invent life-changing technologies using materials science. Our scientific and manufacturing expertise, boundless curiosity, and commitment to purposeful invention place us at the center of the way the world interacts, works, learns, and lives.

 

Our sustained investment in research, development, and invention means we’re always ready to solve the toughest challenges alongside our customers. 

Scope of Position

The Organic Materials Directorate of Corning Research & Development Corporate focuses on solving problems across all Corning businesses by leveraging its expertise on organic and polymer synthesis with Advanced Flow Reactor technology, as well as the design and optimization of formulations for glass coatings, inks, and adhesives. The individual in this role will support projects in these areas by conducting experiments and documenting/analyzing results. The position requires the ability to work independently under the guidance and direction of the supervisor or project manager. The successful candidate is expected to have good interpersonal skills for effective cross-group and cross-functional collaborations.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

  • Promote and maintain a safe working environment
  • Work with the supervisor and leading scientists to plan and carry out required experiments to advance progress against project objectives 
  • Design experiment workflow, communicate observations, perform related measurements, collect & summarize data 
  • Preparation of testing specimens, routine operation of standardized testing
  • Maintenance and basic troubleshooting of equipment 
  • Develop and update experiment and operational SOPs and related documents (JSAs, etc.)
  • Assist in the organization and management of lab inventory

Requirements

  • BS in chemistry, chemical engineering or material science or related field
  • Hands-on technical aptitude 
  • Highly organized and good attention to detail, rigorous execution, and data accuracy 
  • Good knowledge of organic/polymer chemistry 
  • Ability to work safely with organic chemicals 
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite

Desired Experience/ Skills

  • 2+ years of industrial or laboratory experience
  • Experience working with organic or polymer synthesis 
  • Good at multi-tasking – working on several deliverables at the same time 

 

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.  

 

The range for this position is $71,274.00 - $98,002.00 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. The benefits available for this position are dependent on hours worked and may include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, pension plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, and PTO.

 

​Corning Puts YOU First! 

We are committed to supporting your health, financial, career development, and life goals as you grow professionally and personally to achieve your highest potential. All benefits begin as soon as you start your career at Corning. 
 

  • Our monetary peer-to-peer recognition program is tied to our Values and celebrates you and your colleagues’ contributions. 
  • Health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, mental health/substance use, fitness, and disease management programs.  
  • Financial benefits include a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and a 100% company-paid pension benefit that grows steadily throughout your career. 
  • Companywide bonus and attractive short- and long-term compensation programs are available based on your role and responsibilities.   
  • Professional development programs help you grow and achieve your career goals.

 

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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