Lead Laboratory Technician, Perfumery & Beauty Princeton, NJ

Lead Laboratory Technician Perfumery & Beauty Princeton NJ

Location: Princeton NJ US

Join our Technical Development team as a Laboratory Technician and play a key role in shaping innovative fragrance solutions within our Perfumery & Beauty division. As the Lead Laboratory Technician Perfumery & Beauty youll support both proactive and client-driven fragrance and technology development projects within the Air Care category. Youll contribute to the design and execution of scientific studies method development and technical evaluations that help deliver winning fragrance experiences and consumer-preferred benefits. Working alongside experienced scientists and cross-functional partners youll help translate insights into innovative solutions while ensuring the highest standards of quality precision and execution.

Your Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure air care products meet perfume action standards and recommend solutions to creation teams when needed
• Test samples for performance and stability while meeting deadlines and following good laboratory practices
• Coordinate with Perfumers Fragrance Development Managers Account Teams and sample labs to support planning and project execution
• Maintain a clean organized workbench in line with laboratory best practices
• Document results prepare reports and present data clearly
• Contribute to a team-focused environment by supporting colleagues during periods of high workload

We Bring:

• A rich history and promising future of bold scientific innovation and passionate creation with our customers
• A space to grow by encouraging and supporting curiosity and an open mindset
• A culture that prioritizes safety and well-being both physically and mentally
• The opportunity to work for a company where sustainability is much more than a claim and is core to our strategy and purpose
• An eagerness to be one team and learn from each other to bring progress to life and create a better future
• Competitive pay career growth opportunities and outstanding benefit programs

You Bring:

• 4 years experience in Perfumery or Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) company strongly preferred
• Proficiency in MS Office Applications such as Word Excel and PowerPoint with ability to chart and present data
• Passion for problem solving and ability to plan manage and prioritize multiple projects
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Bachelors degree in Chemistry Biology Chemical Engineering Food Science or related field

The salary or hourly wage scale provided reflects the pay range dsm-firmenich expects to pay the successful candidate for the position. Individual pay offered will be based on the applicants job-related skills experience relevant education or training and primary work location. Salary $75000-$80000.

In addition to base salary we also offer a comprehensive total rewards package inclusive of annual incentive pay a retirement savings plan health care coverage paid time off recognition programs and a broad range of other benefits. All benefits and incentives are subject to eligibility requirements.

About dsm-firmenich

At dsm-firmenich we dont just meet expectations we go beyond them.

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 its fragrance that helps you focus alternative meat thats 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 youre making a difference well make sure youre 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 Theyre essential to our future.

Because real progress only happens when we go beyond together.

The application process

Interested in this position Please apply online by uploading your resume in English via our career portal by September 22 2026.

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 thats exactly the kind of culture were building. A place where opportunity is truly equal authenticity is celebrated and everyone has the chance to grow contribute and feel they belong.

Were proud to be an equal opportunity employer and were serious about making our hiring process as fair and inclusive as possible. From inclusive language and diverse interview panels to thoughtful sourcing were 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 were here to help just let us know what you need and well do everything we can to make it work.

Agency statement

Were managing this search directly at dsm-firmenich. If youre applying as an individual wed love to hear from you. Were not accepting agency submissions or proposals involving fees or commissions for this role.