You lead innovative projects in sustainable molecule discovery, manage a team, and foster collaborations while ensuring effective communication of scientific findings and staying updated on industry advancements.
Anforderungen
- •PhD in Chemistry required
- •5-10 years industrial experience preferred
- •Proven track record in new molecule discovery
- •Ability to lead projects and mentor teams
- •Passion for scientific innovation and automation
- •Strong analytical thinking and communication skills
- •Fluency in English required; proficiency in French is a plus
Deine Aufgaben
- •Identify and design sustainable molecules for perfumery.
- •Manage innovation projects aligned with business goals.
- •Guide development of strategies to enhance DMTA cycles.
- •Build and nurture scientific collaboration partnerships.
- •Supervise and mentor laboratory technicians.
- •Stay updated on scientific advancements through research.
- •Prepare and present scientific reports to stakeholders.
Deine Vorteile
Interdisciplinary research team
New technology implementation
Continuous dialogue with colleagues
Diverse and innovative team
Sustainability-focused company
Original Beschreibung
Job ID:
76951
Date:
Jul 17, 2025
Job function:
Research & Development
Experience level:
Experienced Hire
Business:
Chemical & Process Sciences
# Senior Scientist, New Ingredient Discovery S&R
**Job title - Senior Scientist, New Ingredient Discovery S&R (76951)**
**Location – Geneva, Switzerland**
**Senior Scientist, New Ingredient Discovery S&R**
Join dsm-firmenich’s New Ingredients Discovery team as a Senior Scientist, where you will be at the forefront of innovation in sustainable perfumery. In this strategic role, you will contribute to the discovery and development of novel fragrance ingredients, leveraging your deep chemical expertise and data-driven insights to explore the vast olfactive chemical space. You will work in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment alongside top-tier scientists, driving innovation through advanced chemical technologies and methodologies. Your work will directly support the creation of next-generation, sustainable ingredients that shape the future of beauty and fragrance.
**Key Responsibilities:**
* **Lead Discovery Efforts**: Identify, design, and deliver novel, sustainable molecules for use in perfumery and beauty applications as part of a multi-disciplinary team, working closely with data scientists.
* **Project Leadership**: Manage and execute innovation projects aligned with strategic business goals, ensuring timely and impactful outcomes.
* **Accelerate Innovation**: Guide the development of strategies and AI tools to enhance the speed and efficiency of Design-Make-Test-Analyze (DMTA) cycles by leveraging automation.
* **Foster Collaboration**: Build and nurture internal and external partnerships to strengthen scientific collaboration and innovation pipelines.
* **Team Development**: Supervise and mentor a team of laboratory technicians, fostering a culture of excellence, safety, and continuous learning.
* **Scientific Excellence**: Stay at the forefront of scientific advancements through literature review, seminars, and conferences.
* **Communication & Reporting**: Prepare and present scientific reports, ensuring clear communication of technical results to stakeholders and at internal R&D meetings.
**We bring:**
* Being part of an interdisciplinary Science & Research team of industry-leading researchers with a state-of-the-art equipped research facility
* Work at the forefront of new technology implementation towards the discovery of new ingredients for Perfumery & Beauty.
* Work in continuous dialogue with colleagues in perfumery and process chemistry.
* Become part of a diverse and highly innovative and international Science & Research team.
* The opportunity to work for a highly social company where sustainability is much more than a claim and is core to our strategy and purpose.
**You Bring:**
* A PhD in Chemistry, with a strong foundation in organic chemistry and practical experience in integrating data science with a proven record of leveraging AI/ML in chemical research.
* 5-10 years of industrial experience in organic chemistry, preferably within the fragrance, specialty chemicals or pharmaceutical sectors.
* Proven track record in new molecule discovery and innovation, with experience leading or contributing to successful R&D projects.
* Demonstrated ability to lead projects and mentor teams, while also contributing effectively as a collaborative team member.
* A deep passion for scientific innovation, with a proactive mindset and enthusiasm for exploring novel technologies and methodologies, with a focal point on automation.
* Curious, open-minded, and highly self-motivated, with strong analytical thinking and excellent communication skills.
* Fluency in English is required; proficiency in French is a plus.
**Equal Opportunities Commitment:**
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