Sr. Scientist

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75102 The company built on breakthroughs. ​ Join us.​ 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, automotive, and solar 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 Solar polysilicon, wafers, and innovative photovoltaic modules, enabling low-cost solar energy solutions Role Purpose The Senior Scientist - Applied Mechanics is responsible for developing and applying modeling tools for solving process and product design problems. Candidate will develop, validate, and apply numerical models to solve structural mechanics, fractural mechanics, brittle material reliability, and other applied mechanics problems. These models will help to understand physics, generate new concepts, and study design options for different Corning businesses. Candidate must have an in-depth knowledge of solid mechanics, fractural mechanics, reliability and a strong expertise in numerical simulation. Key Responsibilities Develop, validate, and apply advanced computational models to support product design, process development, and reliability analysis Apply numerical simulation tools to analyze structural, thermal, and material behavior in complex engineering systems Collaborate with experimental scientists and engineers to validate models and guide experimental design Integrate modeling insights with experimental results to drive process optimization and product performance improvements Partner with cross-functional teams across Research, Development, and Engineering to solve technically complex challenges Communicate modeling approaches, results, and recommendations clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders Document methodologies, results, and key findings in technical reports, presentations, and patent applications Travel/Work hours Expected travel time