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Polymer Testing Scientist (m/w/d)
You will report directly to our Director of Environmental and Analytical Labs and join the Product Safety Sciences Laboratories CoE based in Vernier.
Responsibilities
Lead the scientific execution of polymer testing within the PSS Laboratories CoE to support physico‑chemical, analytical, and environmental fate assessments.
Perform and oversee laboratory work independently or with colleagues, ensuring data quality, reliability, and regulatory compliance (GLP, internal standards).
Plan studies in close collaboration with other laboratory managers and scientists.
Develop and validate new analytical and environmental testing methods to better understand polymer properties and biodegradability.
Maintain laboratory SOPs for quality and compliance following our priorities and regulatory needs.
Provide polymer testing guidance across cross‑functional and R&D teams.
Support problem solving, external studies, and continuous improvement projects.
Build collaborations with external laboratories, CROs, and academic institutions to expand testing capabilities.
Serve as a key contact for polymer testing across the internal laboratory network.
Support the registration process through coordination with regulatory teams to ensure comprehensive submissions.
Qualifications
Master’s degree or PhD in Polymer Testing, Analytical or Environmental Chemistry.
Minimum 3–5 years of experience in the polymer industry, contract research, or academic laboratories.
Demonstrated expertise in polymer testing and characterization (physico‑chemical, analytical, environmental).
Hands‑on experience with macro‑ or biomolecular polymer analysis and testing methodologies.
Knowledge of biodegradation studies and environmental fate assessment is beneficial.
Experience within a regulated laboratory environment (GLP, ISO) as a Study Director or equivalent role is beneficial.
Contribution to laboratory improvement, method development, validation, and standardization.
Familiarity with synthetic or natural fragrance raw materials is beneficial.
Deep understanding of polymeric materials—structure, properties, and current scientific challenges.
Proficiency in analytical techniques such as LC‑UV/MS, GPC, Py‑GC‑MS, IR, TOC, and TGA.
Experience measuring physico‑chemical properties and biodegradation potential of polymers.
Knowledge of NMR, MALDI‑MS, or similar molecular characterization methods is desirable.
Awareness of global regulatory frameworks for polymer registration.
Proficient in data analysis, technical reporting, and clear communication of scientific results.
Experience with method optimization, validation, and documentation per regulatory standards.
Good command of Microsoft applications.
Fluent in English; proficiency in French is beneficial.
Collaborative and proactive team player.
Benefits
Health insurance
Paid time off and family leave
Retirement plan
Sport and leisure clubs
Company shop
Staff restaurant
Mobility allowance
Everyone — regardless of race, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, culture, religion, or any personal circumstances — is warmly welcomed at Givaudan, a place where we all love to be and grow.
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