Senior Development Scientist

Leads technical team in solving complex problems on new product and process development, with sound technological approaches. Designs experiments and develops testing methods to validate theoretical models. Recognized as an expert in one or more areas of science or technology. Understands Corning's Intellectual Property management processes and follows that process in documenting any Intellectual Property developed as part of a project or experiment. Builds networks of resources for effective execution of projects

• Leads development of theoretical models, new processes, new materials, testing methods or equipment to apply to process, design or manufacturing issues
• Leads technical teams in solving complex problems on new product and process development
• Designs experiments and develops testing methods to validate theoretical models
• Develops new processes and improved equipment design
• Develop products, processes and technologies to meet cost objectives and customer specifications
• Provides technical leadership in troubleshooting
• Communicates technical plans, technical solutions and approaches both up and down the organization to technical and non-technical audiences
• May have direct report responsibilities including career development and ongoing performance feedback
• Coaches, mentors and/or develops team members and emerging SMEs
• Identifies, secures and prioritizes necessary tools and resources
• Leads small to medium technical projects
• Contributes to organizational, strategic or commercial problem solving
• Links with commercial and new business organizations for product attributes, customer special requests, and other technical inquiries or testing
• Uses and champions the Innovation Process and Manufacturing Excellence Engineering principles
• Documents findings and communicates learnings through RTR Reports

• M.S. in technical field and related experience or Ph.D. in technical field
• Academic or research experience
• Experience with challenging projects that did not have simple solutions as well as experience with persevering through difficult problems
• Has ability to influence others as technical lead
• Has designed and executed experiments

• Ph.D. in technical field
• Experience leading teams
• Innovation black belt
• Global experience
• Familiarity and or experience with activities outside Development (e.g. Manufacturing, Research, etc.)