Senior Materials Scientist, Advanced Materials Domain Lead

Vertiv Corporation; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Vertiv Corporation in Columbus, OH, seeks a Senior Research Scientist Domain Lead for Advanced Materials to serve as the principal technical expert on materials innovation and guide strategic initiatives across internal teams and external partners.

You will contribute original research, help prioritize Horizon 3 projects, and ensure activities align with near-term product needs and long-term positioning in thermal, power, and structural materials for critical infrastructure. Travel 10-15%.

Qualifications

• PhD in a relevant science or engineering field; Masters with exceptional R&D experience considered.
• Minimum 5 years in materials science or advanced materials R&D.
• Experience leading or co‑leading multi‑discipline research projects with external partnerships.
• Design and execution of experimental characterization and testing programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead or co‑lead research projects in advanced materials for critical infrastructure applications.
• Evaluate and prioritize research initiatives against feasibility and business impact.
• Provide expert technical assessments on programs spanning solid state materials, TIMs, superconductors, and related areas.
• Design, conduct and validate experimental materials characterization and testing.
• Present outcomes to internal stakeholders and leadership, and contribute to IP strategy.

Education

Ph.D. in Materials Science, Materials Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, or related discipline

8+ years of R&D experience (Master's degree considered)

5+ years of professional experience in materials science or advanced materials research

Experience leading or co‑leading research projects across multiple disciplines

Ability to design and execute experimental materials characterization programs

Job description

Vertiv Corporation in Columbus, OH, seeks a Senior Research Scientist Domain Lead for Advanced Materials to serve as the principal technical expert on materials innovation and guide strategic initiatives across internal teams and external partners.

You will contribute original research, help prioritize Horizon 3 projects, and ensure activities align with near-term product needs and long-term positioning in thermal, power, and structural materials for critical infrastructure. Travel 10-15%.