Microscopy-Driven Materials Scientist — Failure Analysis

Corning Inc.; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 67,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Pension plan

401(k) match

Health benefits

Paid time off

Recognition program

Job summary

Corning Inc. in Wilmington, NC is seeking a Materials Scientist or Materials Engineer, Microscopy, to join our Optical Communications team.

You will apply advanced microscopy and materials characterization to investigate failures, identify root causes, and deliver insights across manufacturing, product development, and customer support. The role blends analytical chemistry, materials science, and applied problem-solving in lab and manufacturing settings, with hands-on design of experiments and

Qualifications

• B.S. in Materials Science and Engineering, Geology, Chemistry, Metallurgical, Ceramic or related field.
• Experience with microscopy techniques: optical, SEM, EDS, CLSM or equivalent.
• Hands-on sample preparation: sectioning, mounting, grinding, polishing, etching, sputter coating.
• Ability to apply analytical techniques to investigate materials and failure analysis.
• Ability to communicate findings clearly to engineering and science stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple samples across concurrent projects to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute microscopy-based investigations and failure analysis.
• Apply techniques: optical microscopy, SEM, CLSM, EDS for materials characterization.
• Prepare samples: sectioning, mounting, grinding, polishing, etching, sputter coating.
• Communicate technical findings through written reports and direct discussions with teams and customers.
• Maintain laboratory equipment performance through calibration and audits.
• Prioritize workload across concurrent assignments to ensure timely delivery.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Prioritization

Team collaboration

Education

B.S. in Materials Science & Eng or related

Tools

Optical microscopy

SEM

EDS

CLSM

Job description

Corning Inc. in Wilmington, NC is seeking a Materials Scientist or Materials Engineer, Microscopy, to join our Optical Communications team.

You will apply advanced microscopy and materials characterization to investigate failures, identify root causes, and deliver insights across manufacturing, product development, and customer support. The role blends analytical chemistry, materials science, and applied problem-solving in lab and manufacturing settings, with hands-on design of experiments and