Senior Scientist in Chemosensory Perception and Affective Neuroscience

Senior Scientist in Chemosensory Perception and Affective Neuroscience (75260)

Location – Satigny, Geneva, Switzerland

We are looking for a Senior Scientist with technical expertise in Chemosensory Perception and Affective Neuroscience. This role will focus on advancing our understanding of the impact of fragrances on human emotion, wellbeing, and health. The successful candidate will contribute to innovative research projects and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to translate rigorous science into actionable insights for fragrance innovation. If you are passionate about human chemosensory perception and emotion, we encourage you to apply and join our global Perception & Cognitive Neuroscience team.

• Design, implement, and oversee a broad range of psycho-physiological and behavioral studies including EEG, fMRI, peripheral physiology, reaction times, and ratings to probe wellbeing benefits of fragrances.
• Analyze and interpret behavioral, physiological, and neuroimaging data using advanced statistical and computational approaches.
• Present results and ideas to peers and business partners; produce high-quality lab reports, manuscripts and patents.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to integrate research findings into product development and innovation strategies.
• Identify cutting‑edge research methods to drive innovative research in affective neuroscience.
• Manage external collaborations and liaise with internal and external partners.
• Contribute to the evolution of methodological standards and best practices in olfactory and affective neuroscience within the organization.

• Being part of an interdisciplinary team of industry‑leading researchers.
• A diversity of exciting projects related to foods and fragranced products.
• The opportunity to work for a highly socially responsible company where sustainability is much more than a claim and is core to our strategy and purpose.
• Career development opportunities with great opportunities to learn and grow.
• To be part of a company shaping a strong legacy through breakthrough industrial innovations and technology.
• Equal Opportunity Employer.

• Ph.D. in Cognitive Neuroscience, Psychology, or a related field.
• 5-10 years of post‑graduate research experience in chemoperception and cognition with a proven track record of scientific publications.
• Proficiency in behavioral and psycho-physiological research methods (e.g., reaction times, E/MEG, fMRI, peripheral physiology) and advanced statistical analysis.
• Proficiency in programming or scripting language (e.g., R, Python, Matlab).
• Fluency in English.
• Excellent communication and organization skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast‑paced, dynamic Environment.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

At dsm‑firmenich, we don’t just meet expectations – we go beyond them. Join our global team powered by science, creativity, and a shared purpose: to bring progress to life. 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 it’s fragrance that helps you focus, alternative meat that’s 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 you’re making a difference, we’ll make sure you’re 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? They’re essential to our future. Because real progress only happens when we go beyond, together.

Interested in this position? Please apply online by uploading your resume via our career portal ().

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