Research Scientist - Analytical Chemistry, Mass Spectrometry (MS) **Date:** Nov 9, 2024 **Location:** Corning, NY, US, 14831 **Company:** Corning Requisition Number: 64102 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:** This position will be responsible for analysis of polymeric related materials using mass spectrometry techniques or hyphenated mass spec techniques. A variety of methods may need developing to deliver the necessary information to customers. Customer interaction is necessary for establishing scope to develop a clear understanding of the requirements of the measurements for project support or improving manufacturing processes. Suggesting measurements and experiments is a strong requirement. Operating safely in the laboratory is required as well as maintaining a quality analysis program. Writing technical reports and contributing to intellectual property is also an expectation in this role. **Day to Day Responsibilities:** + Manages equipment and resources to keep lab running in a safely manner. + Designs and executes experiments to solve problems or develop new processes or products. + Uses rigorous processes and technical knowledge to build fundamental understanding. + Work in a multi-disciplinary team with other scientists, engineers, and technicians + Provides inputs and/or documents ideas with contributions to IDs, RTRs, NTRs as well as external publications. + Makes recommendations for purchasing new equipment, including identifying vendors, collecting quotes and tracking orders. + Identifies and articulates problems as well as develops and executes approaches to solving them. + Provides day-to-day problem-solving support to Research, Development, and Manufacturing. + Runs and modifies testing processes. + Documents data and writes reports for laboratory processes and instrumentation. + Identifies problems and opportunities of significance that are important to customers and markets. + Makes technical presentations to customers and at conferences. + Functions as a team member or team leader on focused projects. + Trains or coaches new employees, technicians and interns, on laboratory processes, equipment and instrumentation. + Supports and/or leads continuous improvement activities on products, processes, and cost reduction products. + Acts as a technical expert in a specific field. **Required Education and Experience:** + Ph.D. or M.S. is required with a minimum of 2 years of post-graduate experience particularly in fields uniquely aligned with the business needs. + Extensive chromatography (HPLC, GPC, and/or GC) and mass spectrometry (ESI, MALDI, APCI, ion trap, TOF-MS, quadrupole, and Orbitrap) experience is required as is demonstrated experience in instrumental maintenance and repair. + Mass Spectrometry, chromatography, atmospheric pressure ionization mass spectrometry, liquid chromatography experience + Instrumental maintenance and repair + Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills **Desired Skills:** + Gel permeation chromatography, and surface analysis. + Matrix-assisted laser desorption ionization. + Application of analytical techniques to polymers and polymer additives **Soft Skills:** + Clear and precise oral and written communication + Project leadership skills and organization + Works effectively across multiple disciplines in team-oriented environment. + Detailed oriented + Time Management + Ability to deal with ambiguity but smoothly drive towards certainty + Critical thinker with scientific curiosity and tenacity + Highly motivated and proactive **This position does not support immigration sponsorship.** The range for this position is $79,566.00 - $109,404.00 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. **​Corning Puts YOU First!** 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 ourand 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. 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. **Nearest Major Market:** Corning