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Application Technologist II

Singapore, SG  
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Job ID 5535 Date posted 05/06/2025 Category Research and Development

Sensient Technologies Corporation is a global leader in colors, flavors, and extracts. Our R&D teams drive innovation by developing advanced systems, ingredients, and technologies that transform food, personal care, and pharmaceutical products. Join us to be part of a dynamic group shaping the future across a variety of teams, including:

Analytics Team: Lead flavor research and analysis using instrumentation like HPLC, GC, and GC-MS. Improve and develop lab workflows and methodologies. Mentor staff to ensure both technical excellence and financial success through collaborative efforts.

Flavor Creation Team: Develop innovative flavors across diverse market segments, including Beverage, Savory, and Sweet. Work closely with customers and our Applications Teams to deliver impactful, tailored solutions which drive growth and exceed market expectations.

Sensory Team: Design and execute sensory and consumer research to provide in-depth understanding of products and consumers for product development, optimization and maintenance. Conduct panels and apply statistical analysis to deliver actionable insights. Lead training of cross-functional teams and customers in flavor language.

Innovation Team: Utilize scientific expertise to develop cutting-edge ingredients, formulations, and technologies. Contribute to groundbreaking product advancements. Collaborate with a global network of Sensient scientists to shape our industry's future.

Applications Team: Partner with customers in labs and at their facilities to bring their product visions to life. Solve challenges, provide creative solutions to deliver innovative products which align with customer goals across various industries.

  • Job Type: Full Time
  • Job Level: Entry, Mid, Senior
  • Travel : Depends on Role
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success profile

We are looking for team members who are:

  • Results-focused
  • Collaborative
  • Skilled communicators
  • Analytically rigorous
  • Detail-oriented
  • Intensely curious

Your journey

career path

This is a sample of the R&D Career paths at Sensient.

  • Lab Technician
  • Application Scientist (multiple levels)
  • Technical Service Manager (multiple levels)
  • Technical Director
  • Senior Technical Director or
  • Innovation Intern
  • Innovation Associate (multiple levels)
  • Innovation Scientist (multiple levels)
  • Innovations Manager

cultural points

The Sensient Six are the core values that drive us in our mission.

  • Entrepreneurial
  • Customer focused
  • Develop self and others
  • Collaborative
  • Results driven
  • Know your job
My job gives me the unique opportunity to develop products that I feel passionate about. Being part of an international team, with access to so much know-how and the most innovative technologies, encourages me every day to do my best and to drive innovation.
Lisa Innovation Manager, Germany

Application Technologist II

Singapore, SG  
Job ID 5535 Date posted May 5, 2025 Job Category Research and Development

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

Exciting times ahead in the world of flavour and colour innovation! We are seeking for an individual who are self-driven and has strong passion for baking and confectionery. You should be able to carry out scientific application trials and conducting both sensorial and quantitative analysis to solve our customer’s product development challenges in colour and flavor applications. You will have ample opportunity to further their career to more senior, customer-facing roles within the business.

This exciting opportunity is 100% office based at our Biopolis office.

What you will do: 

  • Develop application tools in Bakery and Sweet Goods segment to demonstrate the sensorial and the aesthetic performance of the flavor and color solutions.
  • Support promotional campaigns and initiatives for external customers with close collaboration with Marketing, Commercial, and Local Technical Teams. 
  • Expand the flavors and colors library with continued review, evaluation and stability studies. 
  • Participate in pilot and production trials with high degree of technical challenge.
  • Support customer trainings and technical workshops to promote flavor and color solutions
  • Ensure smooth laboratory operation by maintaining raw material availability and good running condition of bakery processing equipment.

What you will bring: 

  • Bachelor’s degree in food science, culinary, or applied science related to food 
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in sweet goods category such as bakery and confectionery products preferably with knowledge in product development involving use of flavors and colors
  • Understanding of ingredient technology, their usage, interactions, and processing.
  • Creativity, passion, and keen interest in the science behind baking and confectionery
  • Willing to travel to SEA 20%-40% depending on the business needs

What you will get: 

  • Competitive pay.
  • Career advancement opportunities.
  • Opportunity to collaborate with your regional colleagues.
  • A thorough and constructive training experience during onboarding and beyond which secure a solid foundation to know understand the organization and our products effectively. 

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, sight and aroma. 

ABOUTSENSIENT TECHNOLOGIES CORPORATION

Sensient Technologies Corporation is a leading global manufacturer and marketer of colors, flavors, and fragrances. Sensient employs advanced technologies at facilities around the world to develop specialty food and beverage systems, cosmetic and pharmaceutical systems, display imaging chemicals, and other specialty chemicals. The company's customers include major international manufacturers representing some of the world's best-known brands, as well as up-and-coming dynamic manufacturers.

With global operations in 71 locations in 31 countries, Sensient has built a corporate culture that incorporates expertise from regions around the world. We have customers in 150 countries. Over a decade, Sensient has grown from a domestic food company to a world-leading developer, manufacturer, and marketer of sophisticated color and flavor systems.

Sensient is headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

As a dynamic and diversified global leader, we offer an excellent salary and comprehensive benefits package.  For more information, visit our website at http://www.sensient.com

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