Scientist – Perfumery Compounding – GC analyst

Location : Versoix – Permanent contract

Join our passionate technical perfumery team and work on iconic fragrances using cutting-edge analytical methods.

RESPONSIBILITIES

As our Scientist – Perfumery Compounding – GC analyst, you are responsible for compounding, analysis, interpretation

You will compound perfume oils, manage raw material stocks, and perform chromatographic analyses (GC/GC‑MS) to ensure quality and support fragrance development projects.

Your main focus:

• Prepare and weigh fragrance raw materials according to perfumers’ compositions.
• Manage and control stock levels, quality, and traceability of ingredients.
• Perform and interpret chromatographic analyses (GC/GC‑MS) on raw materials and finished perfumes.
• Organize and document olfactory evaluation sessions and internal panels.
• Coordinate logistics for samples and shipments (DHL), ensuring timely project delivery.

Working for Coty means celebrating the diversity of beauty. We build brands to inspire and enable our consumers to experience the confidence and joy of expressing their beauty, their way. We aim to be gamechangers in the beauty industry, winning the hearts and minds of consumers around the world.

The team consists of 4 people reporting to the Director Technical Perfumery, and you will work closely with departments such as Product Development, Fragrance Design, Sensory, and Regulatory.
All your colleagues are highly skilled, collaborative, and passionate about technical excellence.
Working in the team feels dynamic and diverse, where precision meets creativity in fragrance science.

YOU ARE A COTY FIT

You like to handle fragrance raw materials and uncover their secrets through rigorous analysis and curiosity.
As an experienced Scientist – Perfumery Compounding – GC Analyst, you combine precision and autonomy and thrive in a fast-paced, diverse, international environment.

Other than that, you:

• Master GC/GC‑MS techniques and can interpret analytical results confidently
• Have strong knowledge of fragrance raw materials and organic chemistry
• Are organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Bring experience in compounding and sampling within a perfumery context

OUR BENEFITS

As our Scientist – Perfumery Compounding – GC Analyst some of the benefits you will receive are:

• Company e-shop: discount on a wide selection of products
• Lunch allowance: 8 CHF/working day - only valid at Coty's restaurant and vending machines
• Accident insurance professional: covered at 100% by the company for the employee
• Holidays: 25 days per calendar year + 3 floating days offered by the company
• 500 CHF/ year public transport ticket

RECRUITMENT PROCESS  

1. If selected, our recruiter will contact you
2. A telephone/online introductory meeting follows
3. A first in-person interview
4. A potential second interview
5. You will receive a proposal with the terms of employment

ABOUT COTY

Coty is one of the world’s largest beauty companies with an iconic portfolio of brands across fragrance, color cosmetics, skincare, and body care. At Coty, we celebrate the entire human kaleidoscope and cultivate a culture of fearless kindness. Therefore, we are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We do not discriminate against any candidate or employee and strive to be an open, inclusive and diverse workplace where all employees can be their authentic self. Join us in making over the world of beauty!

For additional information about Coty Inc., please visit www.coty.com/your-career.