Description

**Job title-- Associate Scientist, Colloid Chemistry (78868)**

**Location-- Satigny, Geneva, Switzerland**

 

The selected candidate will join the Formulations & Materials Science department of our Sciences & Research unit.

 

**Key Responsibilities: **

* Developing novel eco-friendly Fragrance delivery systems within multidisciplinary innovation environment.
* Participating to the evaluation and optimization of the performance of fragrance delivery systems in applications by applying modern principles of soft matter physics.
* Study impact of formulation parameters on product stability as well as fragrance delivery systems performance.
*   Building networks with internal and external partners.
* Work in an interdisciplinary team with links to physical chemistry, formulation science, analytical chemistry and perfumery technical development.
* Design, plan and execute experiments, ensuring timely delivery based on established priorities.
*  Contributing to generation of new intellectual property.

 

**We offer:**

* Highly motivated, professional and committed multicultural and interdisciplinary team.

* Opportunity to contribute to the success of our teams.
* Possibility to grow and develop your skills through our in-house training courses.
* Being a part of company shaping a strong legacy heritage through industrial innovations and cutting-edge technology.

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**You Bring:**

* Master-s degree in Colloid Chemistry, Chemistry, Physics, Formulation Engineer, or equivalent.
* Understanding of colloid chemistry, emulsion/interfacial polymerization, encapsulation and relevant characterization techniques.
* Experience with formulation and characterization of various application formats in the field of body and/or homecare products.
* Experience in analytical chemistry (e.g. GPC, HPLC, GCMS).
* Ability to work and communicate efficiently in a multidisciplinary and international environment.
* Previous experience on applied projects or in an industry R&D laboratory.
* Fluent in English, ability to communicate in French would be a plus.

 

**About dsm-firmenich**

At dsm-firmenich, we don-t just meet expectations - we go beyond them.

Join our global team powered by science, creativity, and a shared purpose: to bring progress to life.

 

From elevating health to making fortified food and sustainable skincare, the impact of your work here will be felt by millions - every single day. Whether it-s fragrance that helps you focus, alternative meat that-s better for the planet, or reducing sugar without losing flavor, this is where you help shape the future of nutrition, health, and beauty for everyone, everywhere.

 

And while you-re making a difference, we-ll make sure you-re growing too. With learning that never stops, a culture that lifts you up and the freedom to move across businesses, teams, and borders. Your voice matters here. And your ideas? They-re essential to our future. 

 

Because real progress only happens when we **go beyond, together.**

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**The application process**

Interested in this position? Please apply on-line by uploading your resume via our career portal (www. dsm-firmenich.com/careers).

 

**Inclusion, belonging and equal opportunity statement**

At dsm-firmenich, we believe being a force for good starts with the way we treat each other. When people feel supported, included, and free to be themselves, they do their best work - and that-s exactly the kind of culture we-re building. A place where opportunity is truly equal, authenticity is celebrated, and everyone has the chance to grow, contribute, and feel they belong.

 

We-re proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we-re serious about making our hiring process as fair and inclusive as possible. From inclusive language and diverse interview panels to thoughtful sourcing, we-re committed to reflecting the world we serve.

 

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds - no matter your gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes you, you.

 

And if you have a disability or need any support through the application process, we-re here to help - just let us know what you need, and we-ll do everything we can to make it work.

 

**www.dsm-firmenich.com**

 

**Agency statement**

We-re managing this search directly at dsm-firmenich. If you-re applying as an individual, we-d love to hear from you. We-re not accepting agency submissions or proposals involving fees or commissions for this role.