Research Perfumer (m/f/d)
Kemptthal
Key information
- Publication date:13 January 2026
- Workload:100%
- Contract type:Permanent position
- Language:English (Fluent)
- Place of work:Kemptthal
About Givaudan
Givaudan is a global leader in Fragrance & Beauty and Taste & Wellbeing. We celebrate the beauty of human experience by creating for happier, healthier lives with love for nature. Together with our customers we deliver food experiences, craft inspired fragrances and develop beauty and wellbeing solutions that make people look and feel good. In 2023, Givaudan employed 16,260 people worldwide and achieved CHF 6.9 billion in sales with a free cash flow of 13.3%. With a heritage that stretches back over 250 years, we are committed to driving long-term, purpose-led growth by improving people's health and happiness and increasing our positive impact on nature. This is Givaudan. Human by nature. Discover more at www.givaudan.com
As a Research Perfumer, you will stand between creativity and science, helping shape the next generation of olfactive molecules that define how the world smells tomorrow.
You will improve our Fragrance Molecule Research activities, guiding creative discovery to lead new perfumery ingredients with imagination and artistry. As the primary voice of perfumery within our molecule research teams, you'll inspire every innovation with the essence of creativity.
You will be based in our Innovation Center in Kemptthal and reporting directly to the Head of Ingredients Research.
In this exciting role you will:
- Be the creative antenna between perfumers and scientists — infusing artistic insight throughout all stages of new molecule development
- Select and evaluate new odorant molecules alongside global perfumers, balancing creativity with sensory, safety, sustainability, and product considerations
- Foster partnerships that bridge perfumery artistry with scientific expertise
- Champion the use of Givaudan proprietary materials and specialties to enrich fragrance creation
- Contribute to the perfumery palette of the future, collaborating across Fine Fragrance and Consumer Products categories
- Build and manage a portfolio of winning test themes, optimizing for market and regulatory needs
- Stay informed about emerging olfactive trends, market developments, and consumer preferences to inspire fresh creative directions
Your professional profile includes:
- University degree preferred in science or chemistry
- At leat 10 years of experience as a creative Perfumer, with mastery of perfumery craft and portfolio development
- Experience with fragrance ingredients, formulation, and application across multiple categories
- Expert in collaborarting and communication throughout the company and geographies
- Fluent written and spoken English; other languages (French, German) are an asset
- Technical proficiency with standard digital tools and fragrance creation systems
- Market Knowledge in the F&F industry; demonstrate a good understanding of general market dynamics, across multiple geographies
- General Business Understanding and concepts, such as finance, product costing, Fragrance Ingredients Management, supply chain
Our benefits in Kemptthal:
- Excellent opportunities for progressive learning and development
- Flexible working model with a 40-hour work week
- Additional paid days off and favorable pension fund contributions
- Subsidized meals in the staff restaurant and discounted catering offers
- Access to a sport and leisure club with amenities on-site
- Discounts at the company shop and free staff parking
- Subsidized REKA vouchers and SBB half-fare travel card
- Complimentary beverages (tea, coffee, water) at all locations
- Worldwide private accident coverage with the free choice of hospital
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