[Skip to main content](#main-content) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) [Hiring report](/reports/hiring/) · [All Philip Morris International jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/philip-morris-international/) · [Search jobs](/search/) Philip Morris International · Neuchatel, Switzerland # Sr Scientist Substrate Technology Neuchatel, Switzerland Full-time Senior individual contributor Research & Science Listed on Philip Morris International’s official careers site. Posted October 10, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there. [Apply on Philip Morris International’s careers site →](https://join.pmicareers.com/gb/en/job/PMIPMIGB32567EXTERNALENGB/Sr-Scientist-Substrate-Technology) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [Philip Morris International](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/philip-morris-international/) / Sr Scientist Substrate Technology ## Job description At PMI, we’ve chosen to do something incredible. We’ve transformed our business and are building our future on one clear purpose—to deliver a smoke-free future. With huge change comes huge opportunity. So, wherever you join us, you’ll enjoy the freedom to dream up and deliver better, brighter solutions and the space to move your career forward in endlessly different directions. We're looking for a Sr Scientist Substrate Technology in Neuchatel to lead the development, characterization, industrialization, and deployment of innovative substrate materials for next-generation smoke-free products and related platforms! Impact You'll Own Lead research programs to develop and commercialize new substrate solutions. Define material formulations, experimental approaches, processing parameters, and performance requirements. Generate scientific evidence supporting product performance, quality, regulatory compliance, and innovation decisions. ### What You'll Do Lead multidisciplinary 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 & Experience MSc or PhD in Materials Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related field. Experience in material and product development, industrialization, process optimization, and project management. Strong scientific 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 skills. ### What We Offer Our success depends on the talented people who come to work every single day with a sense of purpose and an appetite for progress. You will join a company that invests in you. We will support your growth as an employee through individual development and structured career management. You will join a dynamic, fast-paced work environment in a constantly evolving industry. Our employees have the courage, curiosity, and conviction to see possibilities where others only see challenges. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package. Application Process Application review Initial conversation with Talent Acquisition Interview with Hiring Manager and Peers Equal Opportunities Statement We believe that diverse perspectives and experiences make us stronger. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to creating a workplace where every individual feels welcomed, respected, valued, and empowered to reach their full potential. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and identities, and provide reasonable accommodations to ensure an accessible recruitment process. If you need support or adjustments during your application, let us know—we’re here to help you succeed. The Talent Acquisition Team at PMI will be grateful for CVs/Resumes to be submitted in English. ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Oct 10, 2026 - First seen by OpenNash: Oct 11, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 11, 2026 - Listed for: 1 day - Location: Neuchatel, Switzerland - Employment type: Full-time[Apply on Philip Morris International’s careers site →](https://join.pmicareers.com/gb/en/job/PMIPMIGB32567EXTERNALENGB/Sr-Scientist-Substrate-Technology) ## More jobs at Philip Morris International ### [Director Evidence Development](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/philip-morris-international/jobs/d48ea7456190d549a664/) Neuchatel, Switzerland ### [Intern - Open Innovation](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/philip-morris-international/jobs/fa852371ad26f747ff6b/) Neuchatel, Switzerland ### [Line Coordinator](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/philip-morris-international/jobs/33e72880646785c760ca/) Neuchatel, Switzerland ### [Manager Medical Safety](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/philip-morris-international/jobs/c127a6940272bf063a79/) Neuchatel, Switzerland ### [Principal Scientist Novel Compounds Biology & Pharmacology](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/philip-morris-international/jobs/810475e8737717724951/) Neuchatel, Switzerland ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Internship - Scientist - Advanced Technology](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/thermo-fisher-scientific/jobs/83e85a3da55e503620af/) Thermo Fisher Scientific · Brno, Czechia ### [Industrial Trainee - Substrate and Defect Engineering](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/infineon-technologies/jobs/577dc897c6356558f44b/) Infineon Technologies · Kulim ### [Senior Staff Engineer Substrate Designer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/infineon-technologies/jobs/d59d744eb67323e30300/) Infineon Technologies · Melaka ### [Research Scientist in Operational Technology (OT) Cybersecurity (80-100%)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/abb/jobs/dfeb150f0c8f0e906155/) ABB · Baden-Daettwil, Aargau, Switzerland ### [Packaging Engineer (Substrate Design and Layout)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/sandisk/jobs/0879670410f04691dc62/) Sandisk OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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