What does a Perfumer do?

You create and compose new perfume scents in a lab.

What education does Perfumer require?

Apprenticeship (EFZ) (36 months)

How much does a Perfumer earn?

Entry ~CHF CHF 55'000, mid ~CHF CHF 70'000 per year (approximate).

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Perfumer

Chemistry & Pharma

Perfumers develop and compose new fragrances in the laboratory. In addition to 200 natural essences, they have around 2000 synthetic ones at their disposal. In addition to the odour, they know the important properties of all essences, such as interaction, degree of volatilisation and skin compatibility. They actively train their scent memory.

Entry

~CHF 55'000

CHF 4'583/Mt.

Mid

~CHF 70'000

CHF 5'833/Mt.

Senior

~CHF 87'500

CHF 7'292/Mt.

Approximate values — salaries may vary by region, employer and experience.

📚 Education

LevelApprenticeship (EFZ)

Duration36 months

Your path to Perfumer

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Secondary School

You are here

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Decision

ApprenticeshipHigh SchoolSpecialized School

Apprenticeship (EFZ)3–4 years

Company + vocational school

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Optional: Vocational Baccalaureate+1 year

Opens path to UAS

Work directlyBMS during apprenticeshipBMS after apprenticeship

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Career Start

Qualified professional

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Starting salary: CHF 55'000/year

Academic Requirements

🔢 Mathematics3/10

🔬 Science2/10

💻 IT5/10

🔧 Manual5/10

🎨 Artistic9/10

📊 Ratings

⚖️ Work-Life-Balance5/10

🎨 Creativity9/10

🤝 Social Contact5/10

💪 Physical Demands3/10

🔮 Future Outlook5/10

🔥 Demand (current)1/10

✨ AI Risk3/10

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