Research Associate

At IFF, we push beyond traditional boundaries – applying science and creativity for a better world and a more sustainable future. We use cutting edge biotechnology to advance bio-based solutions for a range of markets to meet the needs of a growing population, while protecting our environment for future generations. We have a long history of applying expert science to advance market-driven, healthy and sustainable solutions for the food, beverage, dietary supplement and pharmaceutical industries. We are currently seeking a passionate analytical chemist to join our strain engineering team.
International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. (IFF) is an industry leader in food, beverage, health, biosciences, and sensorial experiences, and uses science and creativity to create essential solutions for a better world. Our Health and Biosciences division creates enzymes and other biobased inventions used by manufacturers to increase the productivity and environmental benefits of nearly 400 consumer and commercial products, such as foods, beverages, animal nutrition, textiles, household cleaning, grain processing, and biofuels. IFF’s R&D Center in Wilmington, DE is a major R&D center of excellence for all biotechnology, including molecular biology & microbiology, biochemistry, host engineering, microbiome science, automation, and fermentation. We are committed to providing sustainable solutions on an industrial scale, continually evolving and innovating to offer competitive, high-end products to our international customers.

We are currently seeking a Research Associate to become part of an existing, experienced team of scientists based in Wilmington, DE supporting host construction, improvement, and product development projects. Candidates must have proven experience and a strong foundation in analytical chemistry, biochemistry and/or molecular biology. This will be a predominantly lab-based role with a focus on high throughput strain development and screening as well as understanding and optimizing performance of biocatalysts in the relevant industrial applications.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and apply high throughput approaches for sample analysis using (u)HPLC and other quantification methods.
• Contribute to project-related workstreams to understand performance of our biocatalysts and their products in the relevant industrial applications.
• Support optimization, analysis and improvement of biocatalysts based on project direction and data.
• Carry out work that requires collaboration with others as part of a global project team to deliver on project goals as directed by project leader.
• Generate and effectively communicate data.
• Prepare technical reports, data summaries, presentations, protocols, and other technical and regulatory documents.
• Understanding of basic scientific principles of analytical chemistry, molecular biology, and biochemistry.

Qualifications:

• Demonstrated organizational skills and excellent attention to detail. Able to deliver consistent high-quality experimental data from analytical experiments.
• Goal oriented and capable of task-oriented delivery.
• Hands-on-mentality and a strong affinity for lab work.
• Willing to learn new skills and techniques.
• Able to work as part of a multi-functional team to deliver on specific project goals.
• Strong interpersonal skills and proven ability to work and collaborate with others to solve problems.
• Able to adapt to changes, drive multiple workstreams in parallel, and thrive in a fast-paced R&D environment.
• Ability to be effective in a growing, dynamic, and changing business environment.

Preferred Experience:

• B.S. or M.S. degree in Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry or Molecular Biology.
• 1-3 years of research experience with carbohydrates, small molecules, proteins or peptide quantification using (u)HPLC.
• Knowledge of chromatographic principles and quantitative analytical methodology.

At IFF, we believe that your uniqueness unleashes our potential. We value the diverse mosaic of 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.

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