Lead Scientist, Substrate Tech for Smoke-Free Innovation

Philip Morris International; Neuenburg; On-site; CHF 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Philip Morris International in Neuchâtel is seeking a Sr Scientist Substrate Technology to lead development, characterization, industrialization, and deployment of innovative substrate materials for next-generation smoke-free products.

You will drive multidisciplinary R&D from concept through manufacturing readiness, coordinate lab, pilot, and external partners, support IP strategy, and maintain rigorous technical documentation to meet sustainability and quality goals.

Qualifications

• MSc or PhD in Materials Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
• Experience in material/product development, industrialization, and project management.
• Strong problem-solving skills in multidisciplinary environments.
• Knowledge of laboratory techniques, method development and validation, and analytical chemistry.
• Experience in product innovation and intellectual property strategy.
• Critical thinking, creativity, and data-driven decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Lead R&D activities from concept to industrial implementation within a Project-Based Organization (PBO).
• Coordinate laboratory, pilot, manufacturing, and external partner activities.
• Drive technology transfer and manufacturing readiness.
• Support sustainability initiatives, technology scouting, and intellectual property generation.
• Maintain technical documentation and specifications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to deliver solutions aligned with business, product, quality, and sustainability objectives.

Skills

MSc/PhD in Materials Science

Project management

Problem solving

Analytical chemistry

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Education

MSc or PhD in Materials Science or related field

Job description

Philip Morris International in Neuchâtel is seeking a Sr Scientist Substrate Technology to lead development, characterization, industrialization, and deployment of innovative substrate materials for next-generation smoke-free products.

You will drive multidisciplinary R&D from concept through manufacturing readiness, coordinate lab, pilot, and external partners, support IP strategy, and maintain rigorous technical documentation to meet sustainability and quality goals.