Laboratory Technician, Technical Development Lab

Plainsboro, NJ, US

On-site

DSM-Firmenich has an immediate opportunity for a Laboratory Technician to join our Technical Development group in the Perfumery and Beauty Division at our North America headquarters in Plainsboro, NJ. As a Laboratory Technician you will support the profragrance team for the Home and Body Care categories.

At dsm-firmenich, being a force for good is not optional. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion is a shared responsibility woven into our daily work to not only benefit our People, Customers & Communities but also drive value. Equal access to opportunities is a given, belonging is a shared feeling, authenticity is celebrated.

Your key responsibilities

As a member of the Technical Development team you will support the preparation, evaluation and data collection of next-generation profragrance (long lasting technology) samples and the specifics that go into this, which include:

• Preparation of profragrance and control samples in appropriate base(s).

• Procurement of profragrances and technical specifics from S&R colleagues.

• Coordination and planning/scheduling of panels with appropriate teams.

• Follow and build upon testing protocols and procedures.

• Record-keeping, report writing, and data presentation.

We offer

• Opportunities for growth and advancement for those who embrace innovation and take initiative.

• Customer-first approach, working with world-renowned brands to turn ideas into impactful solutions.

• Opportunity to build a career making a significant impact on billions of lives, with the freedom to shape your own path.

• Dedication to creating better futures for customers, communities, people, and the planet.

• Responsibility and accountability in living company values and driving sustainable solutions.

• Supportive environment where individuals are empowered to progress and contribute to meaningful change.

You offer

• Degree in relevant or allied fields: chemistry, biology, chemical engineering, food science.

• 0-2 yrs of relevant laboratory experience in the fragrance or allied industries.

• Knowledge of chemistry principles.

• Excellent communication. Attention to detail, Strong organizational skills.

• Self-motivated, proactive team-player.

• Able to plan, manage, and prioritize multiple simultaneous projects, a passion for problem-solving.

dsm-firmenich is fully dedicated to inclusion because when people feel engaged and empowered, their creativity and innovation drives unprecedented progress. We aim to build a workplace where opportunity really is equal, so everyone can thrive. We do not discriminate: there’s a place for everyone at dsm-firmenich.

As a committed equal opportunity employer, we ensure our recruitment practices are inclusive and fair. We encourage the recruitment of a diverse workforce, representative of the communities in which we work, by using inclusive language, diverse interview panels, diversified sourcing strategies. Selection is based on qualifications, competency, experience, performance history and fit with the team to advance fair and equitable opportunity.

Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, backgrounds, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

We are committed to providing reasonable support for disabled applicants in our recruiting process. Should you need assistance, and are comfortable to share this, please let us know.

As innovators in nutrition, health, and beauty, dsm-firmenich reinvents, manufactures, and combines vital nutrients, flavors, and fragrances for the world’s growing population to thrive. With our comprehensive range of solutions, with natural and renewable ingredients and renowned science and technology capabilities, we work to create what is essential for life, desirable for consumers, and more sustainable for the planet. dsm-firmenich is a Swiss-Dutch company, listed on the Euronext Amsterdam, with operations in almost 60 countries and revenues of more than €12 billion. With a diverse, worldwide team of nearly 30,000 employees, we bring progress to life™ every day, everywhere, for billions of people.

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