Senior Scientist In Chemosensory Perception And Affective Neuroscience

Firmenich

Satigny, Geneva, Switzerland
On-site
Ph.d. in cognitive neuroscience or psychology
5-10 years post-grad research experience
Proficiency in eeg, fmri, and peripheral physiology
Firmenich is seeking a Senior Scientist in Chemosensory Perception and Affective Neuroscience to advance research on the effects of fragrances on human emotions and wellbeing. The role involves designing and overseeing studies, analyzing data, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to impact fragrance innovation positively

Job Summary

  • This role focuses on advancing the understanding of how fragrances impact human emotion, wellbeing, and health through rigorous scientific research.
  • The successful candidate will design and oversee diverse psychophysiological and behavioral studies including EEG, fMRI, and reaction time analysis.
  • Candidates will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to translate complex data into actionable insights for fragrance innovation and product development.

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Firmenich is seeking a Senior Scientist in Chemosensory Perception and Affective Neuroscience to advance research on the effects of fragrances on human emotions and wellbeing. The role involves designing and overseeing studies, analyzing data, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to impact fragrance innovation positively.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Ph.D. in Cognitive Neuroscience or Psychology
  • 5-10 years post-grad research experience
  • Proficiency in EEG, fMRI, and peripheral physiology
  • Advanced statistical analysis skills
  • Programming proficiency in R, Python, or Matlab

Nice-to-have

  • Excellent communication and organization skills
  • Ability to work independently in fast-paced environments
  • Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
  • Experience with cross-functional collaboration
  • Track record of scientific publications

Key Requirements

  • Ph.D. degree required
  • 5-10 years post-gradual research experience
  • Fluency in English required

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