Head of Malodour Research

Head of Malodour Research

Givaudan

Ashford, United Kingdom

We are currently looking to hire a Head of Malodour Research to join our Health and Wellbeing Centre of Excellence.

You will lead our teams as we aim to counteract the negative impact of personal and environmental malodours on well-being, develop technologies which drive the most emotionally rewarding interactions between consumers and their chosen market products, and promote adoption of healthy habits and sustainable solutions.

In this exciting role, you will:

• Drive Innovation: Identify and deliver opportunities to develop innovative Malodour (unpleasant odor) counteractancy technologies. Your work will focus on both functional aspects that are perceptible to consumers and analytical perspectives that ensure efficacy and reliability.
• Microbiome Expertise: Leverage your understanding of malodour from a microbiome perspective. You will translate complex insights into actionable strategies for developing new counteractancy technologies that not only meet consumer needs but also push the boundaries of current scientific understanding.
• Intellectual Property: Ensure that all technologies developed maintain a strong intellectual property (IP) position. You will work closely with our legal and compliance teams to secure patents and protect our innovations, ensuring that our advancements remain proprietary and competitive in the market.
• Analytical Development: Develop capabilities using expedient and novel analytical methods that enable the efficient creation of innovative technologies. Your expertise will be crucial in streamlining processes and enhancing our product development lifecycle.
• Collaborative Approach: Work closely with our Sensory Science and Development teams. You will provide analytical techniques to assess and enhance fragrance performance, particularly in counteracting malodour. Your collaborative spirit will foster a culture of innovation and shared success.
• Business Alignment: Collaborate with the Business Support team to determine the level of direct business support needed for your initiatives. You will play a key role in aligning technological advancements with business objectives, ensuring that our innovations translate into market success

You:

Your professional profile includes:

• PhD or Masters in Chemistry or Microbiology
• 5+ years’ experience in fragrance technology, microbiome research, or related fields is essential.
• Proven experience in developing innovative technologies and analytical methods that have made a tangible impact in previous roles
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across various teams and departments.
• Creative and global mindset with a strong appeal for sustainable and sensorial innovations.
• Great command of English, other languages are a plus.

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