Application Laboratory Technician, Perfumery & Beauty - Princeton, NJ

Application Laboratory Technician, Perfumery & Beauty – Princeton, NJ Location: Princeton, NJ, US As an Application Laboratory Technician, you’ll support the Application Labs by preparing air care samples for evaluation, stability checks, and customer submission. You'll manage customers, documentation, and coordinate with internal partners, focusing on air care lab applications. Your Key Responsibilities: * Prepare and deliver complex application samples for internal and external clients using our CLASS sampling system while adhering to delivery due dates and applying good laboratory practices * Ensure all samples meet the quality standards as per the global Standard Operating Procedures before releasing the samples; identify and flag any technical sampling issues * Keep application bases up to date and ensure alignment with collection in digital systems * Ensure the personal workbench is clean and organized * Operate with positive team spirit and support colleagues under high workload circumstances We Bring: * An opportunity to be part of a team that is on the cutting edge of the fragrance industry, continuously pushing the limits * A space to grow by encouraging and supporting curiosity and an open mindset * Barrier-free communities within our organization where every employee is equally valued and respected – regardless of their background, beliefs, or identity * An eagerness to be one team and learn from each other to bring progress to life and create a better future * A vibrant, creative atmosphere where innovation in fragrance is celebrated * Empowerment to make meaningful contributions while upholding ethical standards You Bring: * Previous experience in the fragrance industry strongly preferred * Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and proactive mindset * Proficient in Microsoft Office Applications such as Word, Excel, and Teams * Self-starter, with a strong sense of ownership, assertiveness and passion for high level of client satisfaction * Ability to work comfortably in a fast-paced environment with tight project deadlines * Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferably in a concentration of Science, along with a minimum of 1 year of practical laboratory experience The salary or hourly wage scale provided reflects the pay range dsm-firmenich expects to pay the successful candidate for the position. Individual pay offered will be based on the applicant’s job-related skills, experience, relevant education, or training, and primary work location. Hourly rate of $25.00-$30.00. In addition to base salary, we also offer a comprehensive total rewards package, inclusive of annual incentive pay, a retirement savings plan, health care coverage, paid time off, recognition programs and a broad range of other benefits. All benefits and incentives are subject to eligibility requirements. About dsm-firmenich 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. The application process Interested in this position? Please apply online by uploading your resume in English via our career portal by June 2, 2026. Inclusion, belonging and equal opportunity statement At dsm-firmenich, we believe being a force for good starts with the way we treat each other. When people feel supported, included, and free to be themselves, they do their best work – and that’s exactly the kind of culture we’re building. A place where opportunity is truly equal, authenticity is celebrated, and everyone has the chance to grow, contribute, and feel they belong. We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we’re serious about making our hiring process as fair and inclusive as possible. From inclusive language and diverse interview panels to thoughtful sourcing, we’re committed to reflecting the world we serve. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds — no matter your gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes you, you. And if you have a disability or need any support through the application process, we’re here to help – just let us know what you need, and we’ll do everything we can to make it work. Agency statement We’re managing this search directly at dsm-firmenich. If you’re applying as an individual, we’d love to hear from you. We’re not accepting agency submissions or proposals involving fees or commissions for this role.