Ceramics Development Scientist
Corning
- Corning, NY
- $77,078-105,983 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Develop new processes based on fundamental understanding with specific focus in powder processing and sintering
- Knowledge of mechanical failure mechanisms of ceramics and/or glass is desirable
- Engage in process development work including experimental planning, execution, data analysis, and communicating results providing impact.
- Collaborate with research and operational groups in developing and transferring fundamental understandings from evaluating new process and/or product concepts
- Lead technicians as required and work with them to achieve desired results
- Ph.D. degree in Physical/inorganic Chemistry, Ceramics or Materials Science with 0-3 years of relevant experience
- Demonstrated expertise in ceramic and/or glass sintering process development.
- Solid background in first principles of inorganic materials formulation and processing technology (compositions, milling/mixing, rheology, sintering).
- Data analysis and ability to correlate data to real-life applications.
- Hands-on experimental skills, including use of ceramic forming and sintering equipment
- Ability to strategize and think critically about experimental design and technical pathways
- Expertise in glass optical metrology methodologies
- Background in mechanical failure of inorganic solids
- Familiar and conscientious of clean processing of advance materials
- Broad understanding of different ceramic processing technologies
- Structured problem-solving techniques and applied statistics
- Familiar with basics of manufacturing processes
- Ability to work independently and with cross-functional teams
- Strong collaboration mindset
- Strong communication skills - Oral and written with strong presentation skills
- Ability to work effectively in collaboration with multi-functional teams spanning research to manufacturing
- Ability to translate complex technical objectives into an executable action plan with some supervision/guidance.
- 30-50%
- Our monetary peer-to-peer recognition program is tied to our
- 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.