Senior Research Technician, Critical Materials

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with scientists and engineers to plan and execute experiments in organic materials, polymers, and coatings
• Perform batch chemistry experiments and support flow-based experimental operations using established procedures
• Assist with technology transfer of chemistry and materials processes from Corning laboratories to customer and partner sites
• Travel to external locations to support process startup, equipment setup, execution, and troubleshooting
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory, pilot-scale, and process equipment
• Collect, analyze, and summarize experimental data with high accuracy while maintaining detailed laboratory notebooks
• Develop and follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) and job safety analyses (JSAs)
• Promote a strong safety culture regarding chemical handling and equipment operation

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Polymer Science, or a related field
• 0–5+ years of laboratory or industrial experience (strong academic laboratory experience will be considered)
• Strong hands-on laboratory and technical skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
• Willingness to travel 25–50% to support customer and partner sites

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with coatings, inks, adhesives, polymers, or formulated materials
• Exposure to flow chemistry or continuous processing systems
• Experience supporting process scale-up, pilot work, or technology transfer
• Familiarity with JMP or similar data analysis tools
• Experience with materials or mechanical testing (e.g., Instron)

Benefits

• Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives
• 100% company-paid pension benefit with fixed contributions
• 401(k) savings plan with company matching
• Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision
• Paid parental leave and family building support
• Paid time off and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

About the Company

Corning is one of the world’s leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. Our technologies push the boundaries of what’s possible, from the depths of the ocean to the farthest reaches of space.