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Senior Scientist, Advanced Materials Characterization

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Job Summary

Are you ready to use advanced materials characterization to shape the future of flavor and fragrance delivery systems?

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

Our Taste business crafts unique, technology-enabled flavor designs that define the identity of food and beverage brands, shape trends in flavor building and fuel market success. Our Scent business harnesses the full emotional power of scent, driven by pioneering creativity, science, consumer expertise and a mindful approach to fragrance design.

The role is based on-site in Union Beach, New Jersey. Be part of a motivated, passionate, and open-minded team where together we can achieve greatness and make a real impact. Your potential is our inspiration.

Where You’ll Make a Difference

  • Lead the development and application of advanced microscopy and materials characterization techniques, providing scientific evidence to support customer and business needs.
  • Plan and conduct complex research projects focused on flavor and fragrance delivery systems using infrared spectroscopy, Raman spectroscopy, fluorescence spectroscopy, thermal analysis, and other advanced characterization tools.
  • Apply materials science expertise to differentiate, separate, characterize, and analyze materials and components within complex products, formulations, and delivery systems.
  • Translate experimental observations and complex scientific data into actionable research plans that advance projects and accelerate innovation.
  • Manage technical projects by establishing priorities, developing methodologies, preparing samples and prototypes, interpreting data, and recommending next steps.
  • Develop and apply new technologies and applications that support profitable growth and create new business opportunities.
  • Identify technology gaps and address them through innovative scientific approaches and the integration of internal and external technologies.
  • Collaborate with business, operations, and research and development teams to support customer opportunities and enable the successful handover and launch of new technologies.
  • Mentor junior scientists and provide technical leadership, demonstrating initiative, scientific judgment, and effective problem-solving in complex projects.

What Makes You the Right Fit

  • Doctorate in Materials Science or a related scientific discipline with a minimum of five years of industrial research experience. Alternatively, a master’s degree with at least 10 years of relevant experience or a bachelor’s degree with at least 15 years of relevant experience.
  • Strong knowledge of materials science, including the ability to understand, differentiate, characterize, and analyze materials and their properties within complex product systems.
  • Hands-on experience applying advanced materials characterization and analytical techniques to separate, analyze, and understand components within formulations, products, or delivery systems.
  • Advanced technical knowledge of microscopy, spectroscopy, thermal analysis, or related materials characterization techniques.
  • Demonstrated ability to translate complex scientific observations and data into practical research strategies, technologies, or applications.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional technical projects, establish priorities, and drive projects forward.
  • Experience mentoring, supervising, or providing technical guidance to scientists or other technical professionals.
  • Strong problem-solving and communication skills with the ability to collaborate across research, business, operations, and customer-facing teams.

How Would You Stand Out

  • A strong body of scientific work demonstrating subject matter expertise in materials characterization, separation techniques, delivery systems, controlled-release technologies, or related areas.
  • Industry experience in pharmaceutical, chemical, electronics, or other materials-intensive environments, with expertise that can be transferred to flavor and fragrance delivery systems.
  • Experience providing expert scientific consultation to internal colleagues, cross-functional partners, or customers.

Why Choose Us

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan.
  • Parental leave of up to 16 weeks.
  • A structured and supportive onboarding experience.
  • Professional training, learning, and career development opportunities.
  • A collaborative, inclusive, and multinational work environment.

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

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