Scientist I at International Flavors & Fragrances in Wilmington, DE

SCIENTIST I Location: Wilmington, DE, USA · On-site Job Summary Are you ready to apply your bioanalytical expertise and scientific problem-solving skills to support global product quality and manufacturing excellence? IFF is a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients and health & biosciences, delivering sustainable innovations that elevate everyday products. Health & Biosciences: Channeling our passion for nature and bioscience into sustainable, life-enhancing technologies that power innovative solutions across healthcare, food, consumer and industrial markets. The Global Bioanalytical Quality Technical team partners with Research & Development, Manufacturing, Regulatory, and Global Quality Assurance to advance and implement quality best practices. The team supports product commercialization, manufacturing, and global registrations through analytical services, method transfer, and scientific solutions that ensure reliable first-pass first-quality (FPFQ). The role is based in Wilmington, Delaware (onsite role). Be part of a collaborative, solution-oriented, and detail-focused team where together we can achieve meaningful impact. Your potential is our inspiration. Where You’ll Make a Difference • Apply advanced bioanalytical and bioassay expertise to support global manufacturing, product quality, and regulatory compliance. • Develop, qualify, validate, and manage lifecycle of analytical and bioassay methods used for product quantification and release. • Perform statistical quality control (SQC) analysis and data-driven evaluations to identify trends, variability, and improvement opportunities. • Establish and maintain enzyme standards and control programs supporting global operations. • Collaborate cross-functionally to troubleshoot complex analytical issues and improve process capability. • Interpret complex datasets and provide clear, actionable insights to support decision-making. • Contribute to continuous improvement of laboratory workflows, systems, and analytical performance. • Support technology advancement and adoption of new analytical methods and tools. What Makes You the Right Fit • Bachelor’s degree with 10+ years, Master’s degree with 5+ years, or Ph.D. with 2–3 years of relevant experience. • Strong technical expertise in enzymology, HPLC, ELISA, spectroscopy, electrophoresis, and related bioanalytical techniques. • Experience with analytical method development, validation, and lifecycle management. • Proficiency in statistical tools, DOE principles, and root cause analysis. • Ability to interpret complex datasets and recommend scientifically sound actions. • Experience collaborating across R&D, QA/QC, Manufacturing, and Regulatory. • Strong communication and influencing skills. • Proficiency with LIMS, SAP, SharePoint, and Microsoft Office tools. How Would You Stand Out? • Experience with advanced data analytics or visualization tools. • Strong project leadership skills without formal supervisory responsibilities. • Experience in enzyme-related analytical environments. Why Choose Us? • Opportunity to impact global product quality and manufacturing excellence. • Collaborative work environment across global teams. • Focus on innovation, continuous improvement, and scientific advancement. • Inclusive and supportive workplace culture. • Career growth and learning opportunities. • Hands-on onsite role with meaningful impact. 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