Ask the Expert "Concentrate on learning the fundamentals of your discipline, be rigorous with the scientific method and exercise your creativity." Name: Jeff Kohli Title: Senior Research Scientist Employer: Corning, Inc. Education: 1991 - PhD in Glass Science, Alfred University 1987 - MS in Ceramic Engineering, Alfred University 1986 - BS in Ceramic Engineering, Alfred University Best Preparation: Sound education of ceramic and glass materials. Presentation of technical work at conferences. Mentoring with successful scientists and engineers. Getting First Job: Recommended by Thesis advisor and a fellow student who had recently taken a job with the employer, followed by successful telephone and on site interviews. Previous ExpertNext Expert A Day in the Life of Jeffrey (Jeff) T. Kohli 7:00 AM Breakfast, watch news, prepare for work day. 8:00 AM Arrive at work between 8:00 and 8:30 AM. 9:00 AM Meetings, lab work or team based 10:00 AM activities from 8:30 AM 11:00 AM until 12:00 noon. 12:00 Noon Lunch, typically 12:20-1:00 PM. 1:00 PM Meetings, lab work or team based 2:00 PM Meetings, lab work or team based 3:00 PM Meetings, lab work or team based 4:00 PM Creative time between 4:00 and 6:30 PM, typically between 5:00 PM 5:00 and 6:30 PM when office is quiet. 6:00 PM Leave work between 5:30 and 6:30 PM. Evening Time with family, summer outdoor activities.