Job Title: Technician Lead LATAM

City: Cotia, São Paulo, Brasil

We are looking for a specialist in instrumental analysis (GC-MS) to support the development and matching of flavors, working closely with flavorists and contributing to projects across Latin America. This role will play a key part in the expansion and advancement of the laboratory, connecting scientific analysis with practical business applications.

At dsm-firmenich people are at the heart of the company. We are committed to equal employment opportunities and value diversity in the workplace.

Key responsibilities:

• Perform analyses using gas chromatography and mass spectrometry (GCMS)
• Identify and interpret volatile compounds in food and beverages
• Support flavorists in flavor development and matching activities
• Translate analytical data into actionable business insights
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously (15–20 per month)
• Contribute to the technical expansion and continuous improvement of the laboratory"

We bring

• Empowerment to make meaningful contributions while upholding ethical standards.
• Recognition and celebration of your efforts and accomplishments.
• Opportunities for growth and advancement for those who embrace innovation and take initiative.
• Collaboration with experts in health, nutrition, and beauty to drive progress.
• Customer-first approach, working with world-renowned brands to turn ideas into impactful solutions.
• Opportunity to build a career making a significant impact on billions of lives, with the freedom to shape your own path."

You bring

• Degree in Chemistry, Pharmacy, or related fields
• Experience with GC-MS (gas chromatography and mass spectrometry)
• Experience with flavor analize is key, with fragrance will be consider
• Strong background in instrumental analysis and data interpretation
• Fluent English (mandatory) | Spanish is a plus
• Strong communication, analytical skills, and business mindset"

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.

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.