Perfumer Analyst

IBERCHEM is part of the Flavours & Fragrances business within Croda, a FTSE100 listed organisation where we truly believe our people are our difference and this, along with our values of Innovative, Responsible and Together, create our purpose; Smart Science to Improve Lives. With over 6,000 employees globally, we specialise in the research and development of innovative ingredients for the Life Science and Consumer Care markets.,

We are looking for a highly skilled Perfumer Analyst to join our Fragrance Technical Laboratory team. This unique role involves analyzing fragrance compositions using advanced GC-MS technology and reconstructing formulas based on interpretation of analytical data. The ideal candidate will have strong technical expertise in chromatography, fragrance analysis, and instrumentation maintenance.

Who We're Looking For:

• A bachelor's degree, Laboratory scientific qualification in chemistry or a related field (degree level qualification required).
• Minimum 35 years of hands-on experience with GC-MS instrumentation and fragrance analysis.
• Proven ability to interpret GC-MS data and reconstruct fragrance formulas.
• Expertise in chromatographic techniques and mass spectral interpretation.
• Strong troubleshooting skills for analytical equipment.
• Determine qualitative and quantitative compositions of fragrances by interpreting GC/MS spectral data
• Ability to operate and troubleshoot GC/MS
• Attention to detail, problem-solving ability, and strong communication skills.
• High level of familiarity with current computing and information technology tools

What You'll Be Doing:

• Perform fragrance analysis using GC-MS techniques to interpret and reconstruct formulas from market samples.
• Conduct GC-MS mass spectral searches, co-eluting searches, and maintain in-house databases.
• Apply knowledge of polar and non-polar column separation, sensory evaluation, and reporting methodologies.
• Provide accurate volatile analysis results using Agilent ChemStation and Excel reporting tools.
• Participate in the identification, installation, and operation of new laboratory equipment and supplies.
• Coordinate maintenance and repairs with external vendors when necessary.
• Ensure and maintain a clean and orderly laboratory environment and lab equipment in accordance with EH&S guidelines and good laboratory practices.

What we offer:

Become part of a global organization where your growth is supported and your contributions are celebrated:

• A collaborative, multicultural work environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning.
• Private medical insurance.
• Access to share plans.
• Generous parental leave.
• A workplace in the vibrant Dubai Science Park (DSP).

Iberchem offers a real opportunity for professional growth in an international and constantly growing environment.

Why Croda

At Croda, we believe our people are our difference. We are people-led, driven by the desire to do good and deliver value, a unifying principle shaped by all the great people that have travelled through Croda since our beginning in 1925. We pride ourselves on bringing together diverse teams and talents from across the globe and, guided by our values of Responsible, Innovative, and Together, we are passionate about building an inclusive, collaborative, and diverse organisation with innovation and customer focus underpinning all that we do.

Croda is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion or belief.