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The R&D Technician will execute experiments, test plans, gather data, maintain test equipment ... two (2) volunteer days  * 8 sick days within your first year of employment * Paid Parental ...

Significant ongoing investment in research and development has led to over 2,100 patents, award ... (2) volunteer days * 8 sick days within your first year of employment * Paid Parental Bonding ...

Significant ongoing investment in research and development has led to over 2,100 patents, award ... (2) volunteer days * 8 sick days within your first year of employment * Paid Parental Bonding ...

May meet with customers at the discretion of the R&D Manager and Senior Chemist * Research and ... Overtime is voluntary. However, having flexibility to working ones "fair share" of overtime as ...

R&D Chemist

New Albany, OH · On-site

$60K - $70K/yr

May meet with customers at the discretion of the R&D Manager and Senior Chemist * Research and ... Overtime is voluntary. However, having flexibility to working ones "fair share" of overtime as ...

R&D Chemist

New Albany, OH · On-site

$60K - $70K/yr

... R&D Manager and Senior ChemistResearch and understand the function of each ingredient within a ... Overtime is voluntary. However, having flexibility to working ones "fair share" of overtime as ...

... research, relationship development, and community engagement. • Partner closely with the Jewish ... Volunteer Leadership & Community Engagement • Partner with volunteer leadership, campaign chairs ...

Senior Highway Engineer

Columbus, OH · On-site +1

$112K - $150K/yr

... research & development sectors. Our business model covers the full process of project development ... AD&D, Voluntary Life, Voluntary AD&D, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Voluntary ...

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About Us

Original Composites and Fibers is a global leader in glass reinforcement solutions for the composites industry. Recently separated from Owens Corning, we now operate independently under the Praana ownership model, continuing a strong legacy of innovation, manufacturing excellence, and customer partnership.

With more than 4,000 employees worldwide, we are committed to redefining what’s possible through a performance‑driven culture centered on safety, quality, sustainability, inclusiveness, and employee development. Guided by our values of passion, ownership, and team spirit, we work together to deliver innovative solutions and exceptional service across the globe.

About the Role

The Research Scientist – Composites Chemistry & Product Innovation is a hands‑on R&D role focused on supporting the synthesis and optimization of fiber sizing and coating chemistries compatible with thermoset and thermoplastic resin systems through fiberizing, prototyping, and testing. Working in a structured Stage‑Gate innovation environment, this role will support innovation project from early‑stage concepts to industrialization and commercialization partnering across R&D, manufacturing, sourcing, quality and marketing to deliver high‑performance composite solutions used across wind energy, automotive, construction, and infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities Innovation & Product Development
  • Support the synthesis and optimization of fiber sizing and coating chemistries compatible with thermoset and thermoplastic resin systems through fiberizing, prototyping, and testing
  • Enable structure–property relationships using materials characterization techniques to generate data for project managers (surface energy/tension, mechanical testing, physicochemical analysis)
  • Execute robust experimental plans (DOE, statistical analysis, data‑driven decision making) to support technical choices and trade‑offs
Project & Stakeholder Management
  • Lead technical workstreams, managing priorities, resources, interfaces, and timelines within complex R&D projects
  • Collaborate effectively across R&D, manufacturing, sourcing, quality, and marketing
  • Push through technical with a results‑oriented and solution‑focused mindset
Technical Influence & Knowledge Sharing
  • Document and communicate results through technical reports and presentations
  • Engage with customers and represent the organization at technical forums or conferences as needed
Qualifications & Requirements

Education & Experience

  • Bachelor's degree with 5+ years of experience OR Advanced degree (PhD or MSc) in organic chemistry, polymer chemistry, materials science, chemical engineering, or related field
  • Experience with composites, polymer systems, or advanced materials
  • Demonstrated experience in structured innovation, experimental design (DOE) and data‑driven decision making

Skills & Abilities

  • Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of experience or Advanced degree (PhD or MSc) in organic chemistry, polymer chemistry, materials science, chemical engineering, or a related field
  • Experience with composites, polymer systems, or advanced materials, with demonstrated
  • Experience with structured innovation, experimental design (DOE), and data‑driven decision making
  • Experience in data gathering and analysis using tools such as Excel, Minitab, or JMP
  • Comfort working in a global, cross‑functional environment and influencing without formal authority
  • Willingness to travel up to 30%
Benefits
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • HSA with company contribution
  • Health & Dependent Care FSAs
  • 401(k): 100% match up to 6% + 2% company contribution
  • Company-paid life and disability coverage
  • Voluntary benefits (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, identity protection, supplemental life)
  • Paid time off & holidays
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Wellness incentives
Equal Opportunity Employer

OCF is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.

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