Scientist, Applied Technology

As a member of the Applications Lab Team, the Scientist, Applied Technology position is responsible for preparing fragranced samples in customer bases and conducting any related testing and experiments.  

• Incorporate fragrance oils into various customer applications, such as candle & wax bases, air care spray and diffuser bases, home care & fabric bases, personal care bases and fine fragrance carriers.
• Help develop and conduct fragrance experiments.
• Maintain a laboratory notebook and accurately document all experiments and results in a timely manner. Organize data tables and charts to p resent data. Prepare summaries of work and results to be included in reports.
• Perform efficacy validation testing on customer projects related to quaternary and/or peroxide EPA registered bases.
• Conduct evaluations for raw materials used in product bases (new or replacement materials).
• Facilitate & run stability testing associated with customer projects as needed (UV, HOF, Oven, FT, etc.).
• Prioritize completion of application requests.
• Interpret analytical test methods provided by customers.
• Operate and calibrate laboratory equipment when needed.
• Maintain an organized, clean work area and practice safe work habits that comply with all laboratory GLPs. 

• Bachelors degree in Chemistry, Biology, or related field required. 
• 5-7 years of laboratory experience.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office and other relevant computer programs.
• Proficient in quantitative analysis, data interpretation, and applying analytical principles to drive reporting and decision-making. 
• High level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency and results – orientation
• Ability to communicate efficiently and work well with others in a team environment.
• Ability to write correspondence and technical reports.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Must have strong multi-tasking, problem solving and time management skills.