Research Scientist - Your Future Position?

A Research Scientist in the Discovery group of the Fragrance Division is a unique role in leading and developing our perfume ingredient portfolio using skills in synthetic organic chemistry obtained in high level education at renowned academic institutions. The role requires people willing to interact with various S&T laboratories in Kemptthal and Shanghai as well as with Givaudan’s perfume creation and regulatory teams. The major focus of the role is on planning and executing research programs in organic synthesis to identify performing and sustainable odorants and additives for the Fragrance Industry, according to company's business objectives and corporate strategy. You will be based in Shanghai and report directly to the Head of Chemical Research Shanghai. Sound interesting? It could well be your good opportunity. If, like us, you always aim to exceed customer needs, deliver value and skilled at fostering strong relationships.

In this exciting role you will:
- Design and develop new classes of sustainable fragrance molecules.
- Personally carrying out chemical synthesis; and supervising lab activities of technicians; and troubleshooting reaction problems in the lab.
- Collaboration with chemists and experienced technicians/research associates to ensure the highest scientific quality.
- Provision of expert chemistry advice and communicate acquired knowledge to technical staff and business leadership.
- Keeping up-to-date with the chemical literature and continuously transform ideas into new products and enabling synthetic routes.
- Learning to understand the need of perfumers: you will develop your skills to translate odor descriptions into chemical structures and to build your own qualitative and quantitative structure-odor correlations.
- Clear and efficient communication of results in internal reports, presentations, and publications.
- Consideration of toxicological considerations in synthesis planning (Safe by DesignTM).

You?
Are you someone who wants to grow shape your own world? Who thrives being in a culture where you can express yourself in creative team environment? Who wants to collaborate and learn together with teams who are as passionate as you are? Then come to join us – and impact your world.

Your professional profile includes:
- A PhD in organic chemistry, medicinal chemistry with a strong background in preparative organic synthesis and associated analytical methods.
- 2-5 Years of research experience in an academic or industrial laboratory, eg. Post Doc., experience in molecule SOR design is a plus.
- A demonstrated track record in chemical problem solving skills and the discovery of novel products or processes. Strong publication record is a plus.
- Highly motivated and skilled to strive for chemical innovation at the bench.
- In depth knowledge of analytical methods (NMR, GC/MS, LCMS, IR, etc.) to unequivocally interpret chemical structures, reaction mechanisms and kinetic observations.
- Fluent English.
- Open, constructive, innovative, enthusiastic for chemistry, creative team-player.

Our Benefits:
- Attractive package with benefits
- Paid annual leave and sick leave
- Commercial insurance
- Good opportunities for progressive learning and development
- A creative team environment that will inspire you