Scientist I

Job Summary
Would you like to combine scientific rigor, creativity, and innovation to develop proprietary fragrance delivery systems that elevate everyday consumer experiences at IFF?

IFF is a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients, and health & biosciences. We deliver sustainable innovations that elevate everyday products.

Harnessing the full emotional power of scent, driven by pioneering creativity, science, consumer expertise and a mindful approach to fragrance design.

As a Scientist I within the Delivery Systems R&D organization, you will conduct research supporting the development of novel fragrance delivery technologies for IFF’s customers and business platforms.

You will be part of a technical team conducting research in the areas of encapsulation, microencapsulation, controlled release, materials science and delivery technology, supporting continued business growth at IFF.

Primary activities include execution of technical work under general supervision of senior technical staff, including experimental design, sample preparation, performance evaluation, data interpretation, documentation and recommendation of next steps.

Where You'll Make a Difference

- Conduct experimental research to develop novel and proprietary fragrance delivery systems and related technologies.
- Develop technical approaches and experimental plans under the guidance of senior technical staff.
- Prepare laboratory samples, prototypes and formulations for internal and external evaluation.
- Execute bench-level experiments, characterization studies, performance evaluations and stability testing.
- Analyze data, accurately document experiments, interpret results and propose next steps.
- Identify new materials, ingredients or process variables that may provide technical or competitive advantage.
- Act as a functional contributor on project teams and manage assigned project activities within defined scope.
- Collaborate with scientists, process engineers, analytical teams, sensory/performance teams and manufacturing partners; prepare technical reports, presentations and summaries to communicate results and recommendations.
- Contribute to invention disclosures, intellectual property generation and scientific knowledge building where appropriate.

What Makes You the Right Fit

- PhD in Chemistry, Polymer Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Colloid Science, Physical Chemistry or a closely related field.
- Strong scientific foundation in chemistry, materials, polymers, colloids, formulations, interfacial science or related areas, with scientific rigor and a data-driven approach to experimental work.
- Demonstrated experimental research experience and ability to design, execute and interpret laboratory studies.
- Ability to function independently within an assigned technical area while receiving general scientific direction from senior staff.
- Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving skills and technical curiosity, with an innovation mindset to explore new materials and technical routes to create differentiated delivery solutions.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills, including ability to document experiments accurately, present results clearly, and translate experimental findings into clear conclusions and actionable next steps.
- Ability to work with global and technically diverse teams and collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary project teams.
- Fluency in English.
- Demonstrated ability to combine scientific rigor, innovation, collaboration and communication to advance research objectives and technical solutions.

How Would You Stand Out?

- Research experience in encapsulation, microencapsulation, fragrance and/or flavor delivery systems, controlled release or consumer product formulation, with a background in material science, interfacial science, colloid science, physical chemistry, analytical chemistry or polymer chemistry.
- Experience with analytical characterization, stability testing, performance evaluation or formulation screening, gained through industrial R&D, innovation environments, external collaborations or applied technology development.
- Experience publishing scientific work, presenting research or contributing to patentable technology concepts, demonstrating applied research, innovation and technology development capabilities.

Why Choose Us?

IFF offers an attractive compensation and benefits package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and work-life balance, including:

- Comprehensive medical coverage for you, with optional coverage for your family.
- Pension plan to support your long-term financial security.
- Life and accident/disability insurance.
- Benefits Club with exclusive discounts and savings on everyday purchases and vacation packages through a wide network of providers.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP), offering discreet access to a wide range of wellbeing, financial, and personal support services for you and members of your household.
- Work in an inclusive and collaborative environment where diverse perspectives are valued.

We are a global leader in taste, scent, and nutrition, offering our customers a broader range of natural solutions and accelerating our growth strategy. At IFF, we believe that your uniqueness unleashes our potential. We value the diverse mosaic of the ethnicity, national origin, race, age, sex, or veteran status. We strive for an inclusive workplace that allows each of our colleagues to bring their authentic self to work regardless of their religion, gender identity & expression, sexual orientation, or disability.

Visit IFF.com/careers/workplace-diversity-and-inclusion to learn more