Staff Scientist, Optical Physics
Apply now »Date: Jan 14, 2025
Location: Corning, NY, US, 14831
Company: Corning
Requisition Number: 66161
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 candidate is responsible for advancing through modeling and simulation the fundamental understanding of optical phenomena and interaction of light with various materials, in support of Corning products and manufacturing processes. The candidate must have an in-depth knowledge of optical physics, with expertise in mathematical methods and numerical computations. The candidate should be knowledgeable of optical modeling methods, including ray-tracing and wave-optics. Ideally the candidate should have relevant industrial experience in designing optical components, modules or systems. As a subject matter expert and thought leader, the candidate will have the opportunities to propose and lead research initiatives, collaborate with multidisciplinary and cross-functional teams, and drive technological advancement and new scientific discovery to support current and future business in optical communications.
Day-to-Day Responsibilities
- Develop theoretical understanding and implement models in close conjunction with experiments, to research the fundamentals of optical phenomena in glass components, textured surfaces, thin film structures, and optical devices.
- Analyze optical physics application problems, propose and implement models to identify potential solutions, define suitable operating conditions, and optimize designs.
- Propose and develop measurement techniques to obtain the necessary information to accurately model the system of interest.
- Developing tools and concepts in anticipation of future state of technology, as well as provide support for business requests.
- Validate modeling results with measured data by collaborating with experimentalists.
- Participate in multidisciplinary projects, provide input based on modeling and interpret the results to address real-world problems.
- Document critical results in technical reports and patent applications.
Required Education and Experience
- PhD in optical sciences, physics, or closely related discipline
- 3+ years of experience in optical physics modeling and simulation.
- Broad knowledge of optics, experience with simulations of optical systems using raytracing and wave-propagation methods.
- Modeling of display system optical components, such as backlight units, LCD and OLED panels, and emissive display elements.
- Experience in modeling scattering of light in optical systems and components.
- Sound understanding of numerical techniques, such as finite element and finite-difference time-domain methods.
- Experience in scientific computing and code development.
- Working experience with industry-standard numerical simulation tools used in optical modeling, e.g. LightTools, Zemax, Lumerical, Comsol, Rsoft.
Desired Skills
- Modeling of light management and light extraction in emissive display panels.
- Working knowledge of computational physics and mathematical algorithms.
- Strong programming skills in Python, Matlab, C/C++.
- Familiarity with software engineering practices, version control, test suites.
- Knowledge of Linux operating system.
This position supports immigration sponsorship.
The range for this position is $108,674.00 - $149,427.00 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.
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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.
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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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