R&D Chemist Position at Avient Corporation – MSc Chemistry Apply Now!
About Avient Corporation
Avient Corporation (formerly known as PolyOne Corporation) is a leading global provider of specialized polymer materials, colorants, and additives, offering sustainable and innovative solutions across various industries. Headquartered in Avon Lake, Ohio, USA, Avient serves diverse markets, including healthcare, packaging, automotive, consumer goods, and electronics.
Job Title: R&D Chemist
Location: Pune, Maharashtra – India
Category: Research and Development/Technical
Job ID: 25000211
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced R&D Chemist/Engineer, with a strong understanding of core chemistry to improve polymer properties and performance. The R&D Chemist/Engineer will be responsible for the research and development of sustainable polymer solutions that create value for our customers. The selected candidate will be a part of Avient’s research and development team.
Essential Functions
- Develops, with guidance, products adhering to customer specifications, quality, and operational goals and standards.
- Conduct work in a safe, ethical, and collaborative manner
- Actively participates in materials testing to facilitate scale up to production.
- Contributes to product platform development through application of statistical experimental design, product testing, and data analysis.
- Supports marketing and sales through the development of product and application data.
- Help drive innovation that enriches Avient’s intellectual property portfolio
- Use statistical methods to drive experimentation and data interpretation
- Communicate and engage with internal and external stakeholders
- Other duties as and when required.
Competencies
- Personal Skills – Stress Management
- Personal Skills – Statistical Skills
- Personal Skills – Research
Education and Experience
Essential:
- M.Sc in Chemistry / Polymer chemistry / Industrial chemistry, Polymer Science/Engineering, Material Science.
- Good knowledge of synthesis, characterization methods & Testing
Desirable:
- 2-3 years of industrial experience is preferred, but not a must
- Experience in handling analytical, mechanical, and thermal testing equipment
Who We Are
Avient Corporation provides specialized and sustainable material solutions that transform customer challenges into opportunities, bringing new products to life for a better world.
Why Avient
Avient Corporation is a world-class sustainable organization built on innovation, collaboration, and employee development. We are committed to providing a supportive and dynamic work environment where our diverse associates can grow and succeed, as well as positively impacting our planet and the communities we serve.
For more information, visit www.avient.com
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