Sr Scientist, Glass

Job Title: Senior Scientist, Glass

Job Code(s):    RRU501, 5B

Revision Date: 08/05/2024

The role of Senior Scientist for Glass in Owens Corning’s R&D organization is accountable for the development of glasses and the material inputs to make glass.  Responsibilities include development of new glasses and improvement of existing ones, experimental design and analysis, creation of empirical models, identifying novel glass-making materials (both virgin and recycled), and support of procurement initiatives.  The successful candidate will work across OC’s glass platforms and material needs, taking a leading role in developing solutions to challenging problems that turn knowledge into value.  The job is located in Granville, OH.  Travel requirements are expected to be 10-20%, including domestic and international travel to support R&D and business priorities.

Join an organization that believes that every employee owns a piece of our bold growth goals and ultimate success.  We are a market-leading innovator that has been placed on the Fortune 500® every year since it was established.  Owens Corning is devoted to delivering sustainable solutions across our three business segments while striving to ensure our people and products make the world a better place.  We take pride in having an inclusive and diverse workplace with employees around the globe.  A holistic sense of community exists across our entire organization as our talent grows globally. We are a company that fully recognizes the importance of paving a path to a sustainable and safe enterprise through investing in our people.  Our desire to make an impactful difference in the world flows from top down to all levels of the organization.  By being a company that instills pride within each and every employee, we aspire to build market-leading businesses; global in scope - human in scale.

Reports to: Glass S&T Leader

Span of Control:  Individual Contributor

Glass Science (90%)

• Leverage fundamentals of glass science to develop novel glass formulations to allow for growth in existing markets and expansion into new ones.
• Develop property vs. chemistry models that enable improved process control and product performance.
• Utilize Glass S&T’s comprehensive lab capabilities and other internal and external facilities to study a wide range of glass properties for use in modeling and product development.
• Collaborate with product teams to improve product performance.
• Proactive in developing and protecting Owens Corning’s intellectual property and has a clear view on how IP connects to business benefits.
• Analyze experimental data, interpret results, and draw meaningful conclusions, while ensuring the highest level of data integrity and quality.

Productivity & Stable Operations (10%)

• Work with Owens Corning production facilities, sourcing organizations, and vendors to reduce raw material cost and improve raw material quality and supply security.
• Develop solutions that improve production efficiency and reduce production cost.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Master’s degree or Ph.D. in Glass Science, Ceramic Science, Materials Science, or similar technical field.
• 3+ years of experience in R&D.
• Proven track record of leading successful research projects.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and data interpretation skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Strong knowledge of batch raw material and glass reactions.
• Understanding a wide range of analytical equipment and techniques used to study glasses and glass-making materials.
• Broad experience with glass-making materials (both raw & recycled) to be used in OC’s global operational network, including processing and handling.
• Demonstrates strong project leadership skills.
• Skilled in use of statistical tools such as Minitab, JMP, or Python.

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About Owens Corning  

Owens Corning is a global building and construction materials leader committed to building a sustainable future through material innovation. Our three integrated businesses – Composites, Insulation, and Roofing – provide durable, sustainable, energy-efficient solutions that leverage our unique material science, manufacturing, and market knowledge to help our customers win and grow. We are global in scope, human in scale with approximately 20,000 employees in 33 countries dedicated to generating value for our customers and shareholders, and making a difference in the communities where we work and live. Founded in 1938 and based in Toledo, Ohio, USA, Owens Corning posted 2021 sales of $8.5 billion. For more information, visit www.owenscorning.com.

Owens Corning is an equal opportunity employer.