Cosmetics Senior Scientist, Bath & Shower
Job title - Cosmetics Senior Scientist, Bath & Shower (79929)
Location – Satigny, Geneva, Switzerland
Key Responsibilities:
In collaboration with the Category Technical Director and the Category Leader, the candidate will have the following tasks:
- In the scope of Technical Brand Servicing, test perfumery raw materials and final fragrances in shower gel products for stability, long-lasting and blooming performance and apply the learnings to guide Perfumers and Fragrance Development Managers to optimize their fragrances.
- In collaboration with our Research Department, develop new technologies for shower gel products, in particular pro-fragrances, malodor reducing and cooling ingredients and AI supported performance models.
- Study the composition of shower gel products and their influence on performance of fragrance / technologies. Follow the latest market trends of shower products and update our internal shower products for our fragrance evaluation, including development of innovative shower formats for client demos.
- Analytically measure fragrance long-lasting and bloom with existing methods and develop new methods according to the technologies tested.
- Leading a team of laboratory technicians.
- Independently managing and driving technical development projects.
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.
You Bring:
- University degree in Chemistry with min. 5-10 years of professional experience in the field of technical Perfumery, perfume technologies or Body Care.
- Good knowledge of analytical chemistry, in particular GC-MS & LC-MS.
- Proven record in formulating cosmetic products.
- Excellent analytical and presentation skills are required.
- Proven record in supervising laboratory technicians and managing development projects.
- Team spirit, creative thinking, independence, open mind, initiative and good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Fluent in English and French, written and spoken.
- Computer literate (MS Office).
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.
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.
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.