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Internship Discovery 6 months

Inseriert am: 20.12.2018
Internship Discovery 6 months

Within 6 months of your internship in the Discovery group of the Fragrance Division, you will have a unique opportunity to explore new chemical routes towards fragrant molecules using your skills and creativity in synthetic organic chemistry. The major focus of the role is on executing innovative research programs in organic synthesis and to combine scientific curiosity with industrial efficiency. You will have the opportunity to interface with various S&T laboratories in Zürich as well as with Givaudan’s perfume creation to study the applicability of your products.


 


Sounds interesting? It could well be your perfect opportunity if you appreciate academic freedom but seek to create economic value, too.


 


In this exciting role you will:


 



  • synthesize new classes of sustainable fragrance materials

  • collaborate with an experienced chemist in fragrance research

  • study reaction mechanisms

  • learn to understand the needs of the industry, cost structure of materials and structure-activity correlation ships

  • hopefully publish your results in scientific journals


 


You?


Are you someone who wants to grow and shape your own world? Who thrives being in a culture where you can express yourself in a creative team environment? Who wants to collaborate and learn together with teams who are as passionate as you are? Then come join us – and impact your world.


 


Your professional profile includes: 


 



  • A chemistry student with practical experiences in synthetic organic chemistry

  • Highly motivated to strive for chemical innovation at the bench

  • A very good command of English is mandatory; fluency in German or French is a plus

  • Open, constructive, innovative, enthusiastic for chemistry, team-player


 


Your future employer?


 


Givaudan is the global leader in the creation of flavours and fragrances. In close collaboration with food, beverage, consumer product and fragrance partners, Givaudan develops tastes and scents that delight consumers the world over. With a passion to understand consumers’ preferences and a relentless drive to innovate, Givaudan is at the forefront of creating flavours and fragrances that ‘engage your senses’. The Company achieved sales of CHF 5.1 billion in 2017. Headquartered in Switzerland with local presence in over 100 locations, the company has more than 11,100 employees worldwide. Givaudan invites you to discover more at www.givaudan.com.

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