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Fragrance Chemist

Develop unique fragrance formulations by analyzing essential oil components and testing product stability using advanced chemistry techniques.

50 000 – 120 000 USD ($)
Average salary / year
Bachelor's degree
Education level
00
Automation level
Medium
Difficulty
Moderate
Employability
4 years
Market tension
Medium
Intl. mobility
Rare
Automation level
Medium
Difficulty
Moderate
Employability
4 years
Market tension
Medium
Intl. mobility
Rare

Compensation

GROSS ANNUAL SALARY

Junior
0–2 years of experience
50 000 – 65 000 USD/ year
Mid-level
3–5 years of experience
65 000 – 85 000 USD/ year
Senior
5+ years of experience
85 000 – 120 000 USD/ year

Indicative amounts: they vary by region, employer, skills and experience.

Entering the profession — United States

Entry is often through internships or junior chemist roles in fragrance or cosmetic companies, with relevant experience valued.

Training — United States

Becoming a Fragrance Chemist generally requires a bachelor's degree in chemistry or chemical engineering, with specialized courses in fragrance formulation and analytical techniques.

The job market — United States

The fragrance chemistry field is moderately competitive with steady demand in cosmetics and consumer goods sectors, favoring candidates with strong formulation and analytical skills.

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