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**The Estée Lauder Companies Inc.** is one of the world’s leading manufacturers, marketers, and sellers of quality skin care, makeup, fragrance, and hair care products, and is a steward of luxury and prestige brands globally. The company’s products are sold in approximately 150 countries and territories under brand names including: Estée Lauder, Aramis, Clinique, Lab Series, Origins, M·A·C, La Mer, Bobbi Brown Cosmetics, Aveda, Jo Malone London, Bumble and bumble, Darphin Paris, TOM FORD, Smashbox, AERIN Beauty, Le Labo, Editions de Parfums Frédéric Malle, GLAMGLOW, KILIAN PARIS, Too Faced, Dr.Jart+, the DECIEM family of brands, including The Ordinary and NIOD, and BALMAIN Beauty.

Description

Position Summary:

We are seeking a highly experienced and passionate Senior Scientist, Fragrance Evaluator to join our

Fragrance R&D team. This pivotal role supports all corporate brands by leading and executing Fine

Fragrance R&D initiatives. As a senior member of the team, they will bring deep expertise in fragrance

evaluation and formulation, contributing to the success of New Product Launch (NPL) programs through

strategic olfactive insights and technical guidance. Their strong sensory and analytical capabilities will be

essential in evaluating fragrance performance, guiding formulation development, and driving innovation

across diverse brand portfolios.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead Fine Fragrance Projects – 50%

Spearhead the management and execution of fragrance R&D initiatives across a diverse portfolio of brands. Ensure

strategic alignment with cross-functional teams—including R&D, Product Development, Packaging, and Supply Chain—to

meet project milestones and deliver successful fine fragrance product launches.

• Fragrance Evaluation & Formulation – 20%

Provide expert sensory evaluation and technical formulation support to maintain fragrance integrity and brand alignment.

Oversee critical evaluation functions such as stability testing, packaging compatibility assessments, and olfactive

performance reviews. Develop and refine analytical methods to assess fragrance stability, longevity, and release profiles.

• Olfactive Development Oversight – 15%

Lead the assessment and approval of new fine fragrance productions, ensuring compliance with quality standards through

rigorous stability testing and performance validation. Design and execute structured olfactive panels and consumer testing

protocols. Analyze and interpret sensory data to guide fragrance selection and optimization.

• Trend Monitoring & Innovation – 15%

Continuously track emerging technologies, market trends, and innovations in fragrance creation. Identify and recommend

opportunities to enhance product development, sustainability, and olfactive storytelling.

Qualifications

• Must have a BS in Chemistry, or any other related field.

• 5+ year’s experience in fragrance evaluation; fragrance background preferred.

• Strong understanding of fragrance chemistry, formulation, and performance metrics.

• Proven expertise in sensory methodologies and statistical analysis of sensory data.

• Excellent organization, communication and follow-through skills with a keen eye for detail.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills; good presentation skills.

• Ability to think creatively and brainstorm new approaches, ingredients or ideas.

• Curious, collaborative and passionate problem-solver with a strong desire to understand the ‘why’ behind the ‘what.’

• Ability to connect the dots and build compelling and insightful stories that drive action, social media insights and analytics experience is a big plus.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Applications: Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint needed.

Preferred Skills:

• Advanced degree (MS or PhD) in Chemistry, Sensory Science, Perfumery, or related field.

• Experience with GC-MS, olfactometry, or other analytical instrumentation.

• Familiarity with regulatory frameworks (IFRA, GHS, etc.).

• Prior experience in consumer testing or market research related to fragranc

Pay Range:

The anticipated base salary range for this position is **$73,150.00** **to** **$109,200.00** **.** Exact salary depends on several factors such as experience, skills, education, and budget. Salary range may vary based on geographic location. In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for participation in a highly competitive bonus program with the possibility for overachievement based on performance and company results.

In addition, The Estée Lauder Companies offers a variety of benefits to eligible employees, including health insurance coverage, wellness and family support programs, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plans, paid leave programs, education-related programs, paid holidays and vacation time, and many others. Many of these benefits are subsidized or fully paid for by the company

Equal Opportunity Employer

It is Company's policy not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. The Company will endeavor to provide a reasonable accommodation consistent with the law to otherwise qualified employees and prospective employees with a disability and to employees and prospective employees with needs related to their religious observance or practices. Should you wish to apply for this position or any other position with the Company and you believe you require assistance to complete an application or participate in an interview, please contact [email protected].

**Michigan Applicants:** Persons with disabilities needing accommodations for employment must notify the company in writing of the need for an accommodation within 182 days after the date the person with a disability knew or reasonably should have known that an accommodation was needed.

**Philadelphia Applicants:** Philadelphia's Fair Chance Hiring Law (https://www.phila.gov/media/20240326142036/V6-Fireball-Handout-fairchance-E-S.pdf)

**Rhode Island Applicants:** The company is subject to chapters 29-38 of title 28 of the general laws of Rhode Island and is therefore covered by the state's workers' compensation law.

Equal Opportunity Employer

It is Company's policy not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. The Company will endeavor to provide a reasonable accommodation consistent with the law to otherwise qualified employees and prospective employees with a disability and to employees and prospective employees with needs related to their religious observance or practices. Should you wish to apply for this position or any other position with the Company and you believe you require assistance to complete an application or participate in an interview, please contact [email protected].