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Neuroscience Researcher — Your future position?
Based at our Fragrance site in Ashford, Kent, our Neuroscience research team is an essential part of Givaudan's global business, supporting teams across all categories. In the role of Neuroscience Researcher you will work as part of a multi-functional team applying scientific knowledge and findings within an exciting business. Situated within an industry-leading facility you will build research and knowledge around Fragrance, Health and Well-Being and Olfactory Perception & Behaviour developing consumer appropriate capabilities and technologies.
In this role, you will:
- Apply your knowledge and technical skills in consumer neuroscience and cognitive psychology to develop our understanding of olfactory perception and the influence of fragrance on health, behaviour and well-being.
- Lead projects with external, academic partners and private companies to enhance the development of new technologies to support the business.
- Develop unique capabilities using psychological and neuroscientific approaches to characterise perfume properties.
- Translate your findings into consumer-relevant insights to aid in the development of enhanced fragrance experiences.
You?
Are you someone who wants to shape your own world? Who excels being on in a culture where you can express yourself in a creative team environment? Who wants to make a difference? And who has the mindset of best? Then join us—and influence your world.
Your professional profile includes:
- Ph.D. in Cognitive Neuroscience, Cognitive Psychology, Consumer Psychology or related discipline.
- Experience of brain measurement techniques (e.g. EEG, fMRI or similar) and the associated programming skills (e.g. MATLAB) would be a distinct advantage.
- Team-working skills.
- The ability to manage a project, working from brainstorming through prioritisation to the publishing of reports.
- Experience providing supervisory and mentor guidance is desirable.
At Givaudan, you contribute to delightful taste and scent experiences that touch people’s lives.
You work within an inspiring teamwork culture – where you can thrive, collaborate and learn from other talented and passionate people across disciplines, regions and divisions.
Every essence of you enriches our world.
Diversity drives innovation and creates closer connections with our employees, customers and partners.
Givaudan embraces diversity and is committed to building an inclusive environment where everyone impacts our world.
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