Senior Scientist, Analytical Sciences - Princeton, NJ
dsm-firmenich•Princeton, NJ
•$140,000 - $160,000•Onsite
About The Position
We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Scientist to join our Analytical Sciences team within Science & Research in Princeton, NJ. In this role, you will lead a small team of analytical chemists and play a key role in multidisciplinary innovation programs, delivering critical analytical insights that enable the development of impactful fragrance, taste, health, and nutrition solutions.
Requirements
- PhD in Analytical Chemistry or closely related field with at least 5 years of experience, or Master’s in Science with at least 10 years of experience
- 3+ years of people management experience in a Research & Development laboratory setting
- Expertise in volatile and non-volatile analysis using a wide range of techniques including but not limited to GC, GC/MS, HPLC, LC/MS
- A curious approach to problem-solving, fueling innovation by seeking new solutions and perspectives
- Ability to lead and manage projects/teams of significant scope and complexity, while meeting all deliverables and timelines
- Strong collaborative and interdisciplinary mindset with excellent communication skills, networking and influencing abilities
Responsibilities
- Lead the development and implementation of advanced analytical methods for the characterization and performance evaluation of a diverse range of materials relevant to perfumery, taste and nutrition applications
- Contribute to a variety of innovation programs, as analytical lead or project manager, and generate relevant insights for the development of science-based solutions
- Build and manage strategic scientific relationships with internal and external research and business partners
- Communicate project results and analytical insights to stakeholders and document findings in internal reports and, where relevant, external publications
- Leverage your technical expertise and scientific network to explore new technologies and propose expansion of Analytical Sciences capabilities
- Manage a small team of one to two analytical chemists, including resource planning, performance review, individual development, and coaching
Benefits
- annual incentive pay
- a retirement savings plan
- health care coverage
- paid time off
- recognition programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
