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Staff Scientist, Optical Physics

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Date: Apr 11, 2025

Location: Corning, NY, US, 14831

Company: Corning

Requisition Number: 66161

 

The company built on breakthroughs. ​  
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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 

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.

 

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, and career from day one

  •  As part of our commitment to your financial well-being, we provide a 100% company-paid pension benefit that grows throughout your career.  We also offer a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions.  
  • Our health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, family building support, fitness, company-paid life insurance, disability, and disease management programs. 
  • 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.     
  • 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 peer-to-peer recognition program to celebrate success by recognizing colleagues who demonstrate above-and-beyond behaviors.  

 

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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