Cartier Senior Gemology Laboratory Analyst

About Cartier

Cartier is one of the world’s most revered Maisons of luxury, celebrated for its high jewellery, watchmaking excellence, and enduring Parisian elegance since 1847. As an employer, Cartier offers a refined environment where craftsmanship, creativity, client excellence, and entrepreneurial spirit are cultivated with care. Its teams contribute to a heritage defined by innovation, cultural influence, and exceptional savoir-faire, while benefiting from the global strength and values of the Richemont Group. Cartier seeks individuals who combine aesthetic sensitivity, precision, collaboration, and a commitment to service, inviting them to help shape the future of a Maison synonymous with beauty, rarity, and timeless distinction.

Role & Responsibilities

• Conduct routine analyses on gemstone naturality and treatment identification using advanced laboratory equipment including FTIR spectroscopy, Raman spectroscopy, UV-visible spectroscopy, EDXRF, and LIBS
• Develop new testing protocols and refine existing methodologies through literature review, reference stone analysis, technical exchanges with external expert partners, and formal documentation of research findings
• Evaluate external laboratory partners through comparative inter-laboratory analysis and blind testing to ensure supply chain quality standards
• Manage deployment of gemstone naturality testing equipment to authorized supplier partners
• Oversee maintenance of the analytical instrument portfolio and benchmark emerging technologies and technical solutions to enhance laboratory efficiency, including automation and digitalization initiatives
• Provide pre- and post-analysis support and communication with internal stakeholders
• Participate in laboratory communication initiatives, including demonstration workshops and technical presentations

Qualifications

• Master's degree (Bac +5) in a scientific discipline with focus on analytical chemistry, materials science, mineralogy, or gemology
• Minimum 10 years of professional experience in research and development or laboratory settings within a manufacturing or luxury goods environment
• Demonstrated expertise in physicochemical characterization techniques and instrumentation
• Strong knowledge of mineralogy and gemmological principles
• Experience with gemstone treatment identification and natural origin assessment

Skills

Experience

Minimum 10 years of professional experience in research and development or laboratory operations, preferably within jewelry manufacturing, luxury goods, or materials science sectors. Proven track record in gemstone characterization, analytical method development, and cross-functional laboratory project management.

Education

Master's degree (Bac +5 minimum) in analytical chemistry, materials science, mineralogy, gemology, or related scientific discipline.

Workplace

Culture

Cartier fosters a workplace culture rooted in exceptional craftsmanship, creativity, and respect for its rich heritage as a leading luxury Maison. Employees are encouraged to uphold the highest standards of excellence while contributing to an international, collaborative environment where innovation, elegance, and client-centric service are deeply valued.

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