As a Research Associate in the Process Research group of the Fragrance Division, you will develop efficient and sustainable production processes for fragrance ingredients using your skills and creativity in organic chemistry.The major focus will be to identify and study potential routes and technologies to produce our fragrance ingredients.You will collaborate with different S&T laboratories in Kemptthal (Zurich) and with Givaudan's perfume creation to study the applicability of your products. You will report directly to an experienced Chemist.You will:Improve and/or elaborate new synthetic procedures for sustainable fragrance materialsFocus on sustainability and applying green chemistry principles to deliver efficient processesPlan and improve the experimental realization of designed syntheses of new fragrance ingredients on gram to multigram scaleWork with an interdisciplinary environment: biotechnology and analytical laboratoriesBe at the forefront of digital transformationRecord all data generated from experimental workCommunicate your results and offer conclusions/ways forward to your line management allowing the successful progress of projectsEnsure smooth running of the laboratory by sourcing lab supplies needed to manage routine and complex experiments; design and perform lab work in a safe manner; operate, maintain, and organize lab equipmentDevelop your practical skills towards Process Research through practical experience and structured learningYou have:Education as a laboratory technician (Laborantin/Laborant EFZ Chemie) in the field of synthetic organic chemistry or equivalent education with the required practical experience in the fieldOf advantage experience in the jobKnowledge of lab equipment and its safe use to perform daily experimental workAbility to document data generated from experimental results and provide conclusionsStrong knowledge of Environment, Health & Safety guidelines as they pertain to lab maintenance and operationA very good knowledge of English and the ability to record experimental details/ conclusions in English; of advantage fluency in German or FrenchThe passion to contribute to the success of the team in a constructive, creative and enthusiastic mannerYour benefits in Kemptthal:Excellent opportunities for progressive learning and development40 hour working weekAdditional paid days offFavourable pension fund contributionsSubsidized meals in the Staff restaurant / You benefit from a discounted catering offer (incl. lunch)Sport and leisure club (amenities/showers on site)Discounts at the company shopWorldwide private accident coverage and free choice of hospitalWorldwide private accident insurance#LI-Onsite