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Senior Life Cycle Assessment Expert (all genders)

Darmstadt, Germany

Work Your Magic with us!

Ready to explore, break barriers, and discover more? We know you’ve got big plans – so do we! Our colleagues across the globe love innovating with science and technology to enrich people’s lives with our solutions in Healthcare, Life Science, and Electronics. Together, we dream big and are passionate about caring for our rich mix of people, customers, patients, and planet. That's why we are always looking for curious minds that see themselves imagining the unimaginable with us.


Your role As a Senior Life Cycle Assessment Expert, you will join a global network within the Hazard Communication and Chemicals Regulations department. You will quantify environmental impacts across our Life Science portfolio, which comprises over 100,000 unique neat chemicals and hundreds of thousands of mixtures. Your expertise will support the Safe and Sustainable by Design framework implementation across a diverse product portfolio. You will contribute to self-serve and at-scale LCA solutions currently under development. Collaboration will be essential as you work with Product Management, Production Sites, IT, and external partners to drive successful outcomes. You will translate complex LCA results into clear, actionable messages for internal stakeholders. You will lead multiple projects concurrently and manage data analyses with rigor and attention to detail. You will communicate findings through presentations and reports, tailoring content to different audiences. You will help shape EU-aligned sustainability strategies and align LCA activities with ongoing regulatory initiatives. You will thrive in a dynamic, high-throughput environment and actively share knowledge with cross-functional teams. You will contribute to the development of scalable LCA processes that support informed decision making across the organization.

Who you are

  • Master’s degree in sustainability, chemistry, biotechnology, chemical engineering, environmental engineering, or a related field
  • Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in Life Cycle Assessment
  • Proven track record in LCA, with a focus on chemicals or biotechnological products
  • Proficiency with LCA tools (openLCA, SimaPro, GaBi, Brightway) and databases (ecoinvent)
  • Familiarity with ISO 14040/14044, TfS, PAS 2090, SSbD guidelines
  • Strong data analysis capabilities and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills; a strong team player
  • Fluent in English (spoken and written)

What we offer: We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe that this variety drives excellence and innovation, strengthening our ability to lead in science and technology. We are committed to creating access and opportunities for all to develop and grow at your own pace. Join us in building a culture of inclusion and belonging that impacts millions and empowers everyone to work their magic and champion human progress!

Apply now and become a part of a team that is dedicated to Sparking Discovery and Elevating Humanity!

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