At Sensient Technologies, we are experts in the science, art and innovation of colour and flavour. We are market-savvy and visionary. We are problem solvers. And we are better with you.

Are you interested in natural colors and you believe environment friendly and natural ingredients are the future? Come and join our team of experts in sensorial ingredients to develop our NPD program for natural colorants and pigments.

We are seeking for a self-motivated and driven Innovation Scientist for our Personal Care and Specialty Market (PCSM) Asia business unit. You will be working with a team of experts from Sensient and all over the world to deploy their technologies from food, flavor and beverage to cosmetics and industrial applications. In this role, you will report to PCSM Asia Innovation and Product Manager, integrate a team of experts to drive our Natural Color R&D platform for Cosmetic Division. 

What you’ll do: 

Build the sourcing, biomass selection for natural colors, and extraction processes knowledge inside Sensient, in collaboration with other BUs and Group, with emphasis on upcycling if possible or with our agronomist to develop internal biomassesFollowing marketing priorities, Initiates innovation projects for natural cosmetic color taking in account ISO 16128 standard, cost efficiency, manufacturing processes, formulation lab, regulatory, quality & IP constraints.Develop new technologies to use and stabilize in cosmetic application the natural colors extracted from Biomass (R&D and pilot scale) and help to industrialize the process with our scale up Engineers.Capacity to conduct or assist analytical validation and characterization in order to assess new natural colors with cosmetic potential.Evaluate, analyze and interpret data and results with the help of Sensient application experts in skin care, make-up, hair care & color and toiletries applications. If necessary, improve quality of the new ingredients until they achieve the required level of performance. 

What you’ll bring: 

Master Degree, PhD or equivalent in the field of chemistry from an accredited university required. Minimum 5 years of experience in analytical methods, extraction, process, knowledge in natural color and / or in cosmetic is a plusFluent in English and ideally fluent in ChineseHands on laboratory workAbility to work in a structured and diligent manner with a high degree of precision. Drive project work to completion in a timely manner to support business objectives. Proactivity, organization, curiosity, sense of responsibility and ability to work independently and in a global team. 

What you’ll get:   

Comprehensive and competitive remuneration package.Plentiful career development opportunities at a company that gives you a platform to do amazing things.A thorough and effective training experience during onboarding and beyond.The ability to work with amazing and dedicated people around the world. 

About Sensient New Global Innovation Center in Singapore:

Sensient new global innovation center GIC will bring together scientists and technologists from many different Sensient business units, including : Food colors and flavors – Pharmaceutical - Sensient natural ingredients – Bionutrients - Cosmetics. With a focus on new product development and application extension, the Center will exemplify deep collaboration and cross-pollination of Sensient Groups. This will allow the teams to innovate in a broader sensory context of flavor, color, texture and sight. 

About Sensient Colors: 

Sensient Color Group is a leading developer, producer and supplier of natural and synthetic color systems for customers around the globe. The Company's high-performance products play a central role in the manufacture of foods and beverages, cosmetic and pharmaceutical colors and coatings and colors for agricultural uses, household cleaners and paper products. The Color Group is located in St. Louis, Missouri. 

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