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Sr. Scientist

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Date: May 6, 2026

Location: Corning, NY, US, 14831

Company: Corning

Requisition Number: 74769

 

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, 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

The Senior Scientist – Applied Mechanics is responsible for developing and applying modeling tools for solving process and product design problems. Candidate will develop, validate, and apply numerical models to solve structural mechanics, fractural mechanics, brittle material reliability, and other applied mechanics problems. These models will help to understand physics, generate new concepts, and study design options for different Corning businesses.  Candidate must have an in-depth knowledge of solid mechanics, fractural mechanics, reliability and a strong expertise in numerical simulation.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop, validate, and apply advanced computational models to support product design, process development, and reliability analysis
  • Apply numerical simulation tools to analyze structural, thermal, and material behavior in complex engineering systems
  • Collaborate with experimental scientists and engineers to validate models and guide experimental design
  • Integrate modeling insights with experimental results to drive process optimization and product performance improvements
  • Partner with cross-functional teams across Research, Development, and Engineering to solve technically complex challenges
  • Communicate modeling approaches, results, and recommendations clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
  • Document methodologies, results, and key findings in technical reports, presentations, and patent applications

Travel/Work hours

  • Expected travel time <10% (domestic).
  • 40 hours per week but some flexibility is required

Experiences/Education - Required

  • PhD in Mechanical Engineering, civil engineering, materials sciences, or related areas with emphasis on applied mechanics and Finite Element Analysis
  • 3 years of industrial experience in applied mechanics and computational analysis are required
  • Strong background in applied mechanics and computational analysis. Deep understanding of applied mechanics concept and theory.
  • Experience with commercial FEA software including but not limited to ANSYS, ABAQUS, and COMSOL.
  • Experience with modeling structural and thermal stress problems and material nonlinearities.
  • Ability to understand and breakdown real world problems into solvable modeling objectives.
  • Problem solving skills and strong engineering intuition. Results-oriented thinking.
  • Ability to interact with people of diverse backgrounds.

Experiences/Education - Desired

  • Problem solving skills with developing hypothesis on product or process related issues and effectively design approaches to find the root cause(s).
  • Experience in experiments and equipment design work, directly or in a collaboration.
  • Experience in chemical reactions and kinetics.
  • Knowledge and experience in fluid mechanics analysis.

Soft Skills

  • Must be self-motivated and demonstrate strong curiosity of the technical work.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
  • Respect others and be willing to work across diverse cultures and backgrounds.
  • Able to work both independently and with a team.

 

This position supports immigration sponsorship.

 

The range for this position is $83,220.00 - $114,428.00 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.


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