Analytical Specialist (m/w/d)
Analytical Specialist (m/w/d)
- Art der Beschäftigung: Vollzeit
- 60.000 € – 72.500 € (von XING geschätzt)
- Vor Ort
- Zu den Ersten gehören
Analytical Specialist (m/w/d)
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About Us
Symrise is a global supplier of fragrances and flavors, cosmetic active ingredients as well as functional ingredients. Its customers include perfume, cosmetics, food and beverage manufacturers, the pharmaceutical industry and producers of dietary supplements and pet food.
With sales of around €5.0 billion in the 2024 financial year, the company is one of the world's leading providers. The Group, headquartered in Holzminden, Germany, has more than 100 locations in Europe, Africa and the Middle East, Asia, the USA and Latin America.
Together with its customers, Symrise develops new ideas and market-ready concepts for products that form an indispensable part of everyday life. Economic success and corporate responsibility are inextricably linked.
Symrise – always inspiring more...
Your Role
The Analytical Specialist is responsible for evaluating flavors, seasonings, and market samples using advanced GC/MS techniques. The role includes operating and maintaining GC/MS systems, analyzing volatile and non‑volatile compounds, and delivering high‑quality analytical reports that support flavor development. Close collaboration with analytical experts and flavor creation teams is essential to drive successful project outcomes.
- Conduct analytical evaluations of savory, flavor, and seasoning samples, ensuring correct methodology and sample preparation.
- Operate and maintain GC/MS systems, including responsibility for a dedicated instrument setup.
- Apply different injection techniques (liquid, SBSE, multi‑volatile headspace) to generate high‑quality analytical data.
- Evaluate GC/MS chromatograms and mass spectra and integrate data from volatile and non‑volatile analyses.
- Prepare comprehensive analytical reports that support flavor development and contribute to winning new projects.
- Coordinate the analytical workflow for savory samples within a dynamic and motivated team environment.
- Collaborate closely with flavor development teams in the Center of Excellence and regional units to ensure timely delivery of analytical insights.
- Continuously assess and improve analytical methods and work routines.
- Support raw material assessment and identification to facilitate precise allocation in flavor creation.
- Ensure high analytical standards by adhering to instrument maintenance schedules and troubleshooting when necessary.
About You
- Academic degree in Food Analysis, Food Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, or a related field preferred.
- Proven experience in GC/MS data evaluation, including chromatogram interpretation and spectral assignment.
- Fluency in German and English (written and spoken)
- Hands-on experience with GC/MS instrument operation and routine maintenance.
- Strong knowledge of raw materials and aroma chemistry is an advantage.
- Team-oriented mindset with the ability to work in a motivated, collaborative environment.
- Proactive attitude and willingness to optimize existing processes and workflows.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to present complex analytical findings clearly.
Our Offer
Become part of our open and transparent culture. It will give you the opportunity to flourish and to develop inspiring experiences that contribute to the health and well-being of consumers in 160 countries around the world. Putting our employees in the focus fuels our strong company growth above market rates and makes us an excellent place to develop your career.
Come join us and embark on a fascinating journey with Symrise.
If you feel that you fit the above criteria, then please apply by using our online application system. Your application will be treated confidentially.
- Land
Deutschland
- Standort
Holzminden
- Division
Taste, Nutrition & Health
- Funktionsbereich
Innovation, Forschung & Entwicklung
- Vertragsart
Mit Berufserfahrung
- Ausschreibungsende
31-März-2026
- Recruiter
Doris Volosciuc
About Us
Symrise is a global supplier of fragrances and flavors, cosmetic active ingredients as well as functional ingredients. Its customers include perfume, cosmetics, food and beverage manufacturers, the pharmaceutical industry and producers of dietary supplements and pet food.
With sales of around €5.0 billion in the 2024 financial year, the company is one of the world's leading providers. The Group, headquartered in Holzminden, Germany, has more than 100 locations in Europe, Africa and the Middle East, Asia, the USA and Latin America.
Together with its customers, Symrise develops new ideas and market-ready concepts for products that form an indispensable part of everyday life. Economic success and corporate responsibility are inextricably linked.
Symrise – always inspiring more...
Your Role
The Analytical Specialist is responsible for evaluating flavors, seasonings, and market samples using advanced GC/MS techniques. The role includes operating and maintaining GC/MS systems, analyzing volatile and non‑volatile compounds, and delivering high‑quality analytical reports that support flavor development. Close collaboration with analytical experts and flavor creation teams is essential to drive successful project outcomes.
- Conduct analytical evaluations of savory, flavor, and seasoning samples, ensuring correct methodology and sample preparation.
- Operate and maintain GC/MS systems, including responsibility for a dedicated instrument setup.
- Apply different injection techniques (liquid, SBSE, multi‑volatile headspace) to generate high‑quality analytical data.
- Evaluate GC/MS chromatograms and mass spectra and integrate data from volatile and non‑volatile analyses.
- Prepare comprehensive analytical reports that support flavor development and contribute to winning new projects.
- Coordinate the analytical workflow for savory samples within a dynamic and motivated team environment.
- Collaborate closely with flavor development teams in the Center of Excellence and regional units to ensure timely delivery of analytical insights.
- Continuously assess and improve analytical methods and work routines.
- Support raw material assessment and identification to facilitate precise allocation in flavor creation.
- Ensure high analytical standards by adhering to instrument maintenance schedules and troubleshooting when necessary.
About You
- Academic degree in Food Analysis, Food Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, or a related field preferred.
- Proven experience in GC/MS data evaluation, including chromatogram interpretation and spectral assignment.
- Fluency in German and English (written and spoken)
- Hands-on experience with GC/MS instrument operation and routine maintenance.
- Strong knowledge of raw materials and aroma chemistry is an advantage.
- Team-oriented mindset with the ability to work in a motivated, collaborative environment.
- Proactive attitude and willingness to optimize existing processes and workflows.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to present complex analytical findings clearly.
Our Offer
Become part of our open and transparent culture. It will give you the opportunity to flourish and to develop inspiring experiences that contribute to the health and well-being of consumers in 160 countries around the world. Putting our employees in the focus fuels our strong company growth above market rates and makes us an excellent place to develop your career.
Come join us and embark on a fascinating journey with Symrise.
If you feel that you fit the above criteria, then please apply by using our online application system. Your application will be treated confidentially.
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