LOCATIONS CONTACT PERFUMERY FLAVORS INGREDIENTS RESEARCH SUSTAINABILITY COMPANY CAREERS RESEARCH Fundamental Sciences Life Sciences Scientist Career Awards Publications PROBING THE FUTURE Firmenich consistently delivers forward-thinking solutions that meet consumer needs because our innovation community – comprising a cross-functional blend of scientists, perfumers, flavorists and application specialists – rely on proprietary knowledge and ingredients developed by our own teams. EACH YEAR, FIRMENICH INVESTS 10% OF REVENUES IN RESEARCH AND INNOVATION LIFE SCIENCES Firmenich scientists design new and safe ingredients using their knowledge of biological processes, coupled with a selection of new leading technologies in biochemistry, receptor and cellular biology, microbiology, plant and animal biology, human physiology and cognitive neuroscience. This blend of science optimizes our production of ingredients, and ensures our products have the ultimate sensory properties and emotional impact with consumers. Life Sciences are at the heart of Firmenich’s commitment to deliver sustainable and differentiated products. READ MORE FUNDAMENTAL SCIENCES Our team members’ chemistry and physics expertise provides a formidable foundation for the development of flavor & fragrance ingredients and technologies. The synthesis and delivery of differentiating flavors and perfumes is enabled by Firmenich’s state-of-the-art methodologies in green chemistry, catalysis, colloid chemistry and polymer physics. At the heart of what we do, analytical thinking and scientific expertise are fully integrated into the value chain of our business. Fundamental science is applied from the conception of ingredients to the delivery of benefits to our clients and consumers. READ MORE AWARD WINNING WORK Firmenich consistently innovates and delivers on breakthrough ideas. This spirit is evidenced by the many honors the Flavor & Fragrance industry and the wider business community have bestowed to the company and its people. Since 1939 when the Nobel Prize in Chemistry was awarded to Leopold Ružička, Firmenich's director of research and development, many other Firmenich employees have been recognized for their work. VIEW ALL AWARDS NOBEL PRIZE 1939 ERNEST GÜNTHER PRIZE 1951 ERNEST GÜNTHER PRIZE 1953 FIRMENICH BUILDS CAREERS IN SCIENCE Passion is our essence. The high level of science we practice at Firmenich, our open learning atmosphere, and our internal and external commitment to knowledge exchange attracts some of the most talented specialists and keeps them motivated throughout their careers. Firmenich Research Centers are located in Geneva (Switzerland), Princeton, NJ (USA), Shanghai (China) and Gujarat (India). Comprising more than 300 R&D employees, the four centers work closely together with the creation, application and business development teams of the Flavor & Fragrance divisions. With a resolute focus on research and innovation, we are constantly looking for new talent. Apply for a career at Firmenich. CONTACT US 2.000+ PATENTS Reflecting our position as an industry leader in innovation, Firmenich has more than 2,000 patents worldwide. VISIT PATENTS WEBSITE 162 PUBLICATIONS Firmenich scientists have published an impressive collection of articles in specialist magazines, widely respected by the industry. VIEW ALL Back to top Contact us PERFUMERY Fine Fragrance Body Care and Home Care Oral Care Technology Innovations Human Response to Odor Consumer and Market Insights FLAVORS Beverages Sweet Goods Savory Health & Nutrition Innovation Tonality Excellence Consumer and Market Insights INGREDIENTS Synthetic Ingredients Natural Ingredients #NATURALSTOGETHER Sharing Innovation Perfumery Catalogue Flavor Catalogue Contact RESEARCH Fundamental Sciences Life Sciences Scientist Career Awards Publications SUSTAINABILITY Ethics and Excellence Environment and Resources Innovation, Science & Society Partnerships People & Communities COMPANY Vision News Year in Review CAREERS Job Offers SOCIAL Twitter Instagram Facebook Linkedin CONTACT DOWNLOAD FIRMENICH PERFORMANCE AND SUSTAINABILITY REPORT FY15 © Firmenich SA 2015 | All Rights Reserved | Terms of Use | Privacy Policy | Cookies | Credits | California Transparency in Supply Chains Act This website intends to use cookies to improve the site and your experience. By continuing to browse the site you are agreeing to accept our use of cookies. If you require further information and/or do not wish to have cookies placed when using the site, visit Cookies page. ×