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R&D Scientist

Avient Corporation · Avon Lake, OH3mo agoverified 6 h ago

PhD-level R&D / Research roles on Crosslinked list a median of $129k (147 that show pay). This posting does not list pay.

Conduct hands-on R&D for polymer material formulations and characterization.

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Why it is interesting. Full characterization toolkit (DSC, TGA, DMA, FTIR) plus processing – a great applied R&D foundation.

Mostly at the benchHands-on execution PhD-friendlyFirst industry role

H-1B filings

Avient Corporation filed 3 H-1B labor applications for scientist and engineer roles from Jan to Dec 2025.

Most common titles: Senior R&D (Engineer/Chemist), Senior R&D (Chemist/Engineer). Median filed pay: $98K a year.

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Seniority
Entry level
Work
On-site
Type
Full-time
Degree
PhD
Experience
0–5 yrs
Industry
General manufacturing
Role
R&D / Research
Schedule
Standard
Materials
Polymer composites19 rolesengineering thermoplastics7 rolesthermoplastic urethanesliquid siliconesthermosets/elastomers
Techniques
DSC193 rolesTGA162 rolesDMA80 rolesFTIR233 rolesrheometry36 roles

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Does Avient Corporation sponsor H-1B visas?

Avient Corporation has filed H-1B petitions with the US Department of Labor in past years, but this specific posting does not explicitly mention sponsorship for the R&D Scientist role. Confirm with the employer before applying if visa support is required.

Where is the R&D Scientist role at Avient Corporation based?

This role is based in Avon Lake, OH.

What degree is required for the R&D Scientist role at Avient Corporation?

The posting accepts the following combinations: PhD + 0 years, MS + 0 years.

How many years of experience does this R&D Scientist role require?

The posting calls for 0–5 years of relevant experience.

What polymers or materials does this R&D Scientist role work with?

Polymer composites, engineering thermoplastics, thermoplastic urethanes, liquid silicones, thermosets/elastomers.

What techniques or methods are required for this R&D Scientist role?

DSC, TGA, DMA, FTIR, rheometry.