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R&D Scientist
Avient Corporation · Avon Lake, OH2mo agoverified 11 h ago
PhD-level R&D / Research roles on Crosslinked list a median of $131k (116 that show pay). This posting does not list pay.
Conduct hands-on R&D for polymer material formulations and characterization.
Why it is interesting. Full characterization toolkit (DSC, TGA, DMA, FTIR) plus processing – a great applied R&D foundation.
Mostly at the benchHands-on executionPhD-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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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?
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