International Flavors & Fragrances Inc.
Scientist (Natural Flavor Ingredients )
International Flavors & Fragrances Inc., Union, New Jersey, us, 07083
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R10222**Job Summary**IFF is a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients and health & biosciences. We deliver sustainable innovations that elevate everyday products.**Taste:** Crafting unique, technology-enabled flavor designs that define the identity of food and beverage brands, shape trends in flavor building, and fuel market success.IFF in **Union Beach, NJ** is seeking a **Scientist – Upstream Development, Natural Flavor Ingredients** to join our **Food Biotech R&D team**!It’s an exciting time to be part of IFF’s Food Biotech team. As a research scientist, you will play a pivotal role in the development of natural flavors and taste modulation ingredients aligned with corporate strategies and business goals. You will work semi-independently and within a highly collaborative team environment, contributing to upstream discovery and bio-based process development.Be part of an **innovative and dynamic** team where together we can achieve greatness and make a real impact. Your potential is our inspiration.**Where You’ll Make a Difference*** Advance technologies that transform sustainable raw materials into high-value flavor ingredients via microbial fermentation and biocatalysis* Support lab and bench-scale process development for upstream discovery* Design and conduct microbial strain screening experiments* Perform instrumental analysis (GC-MS, HPLC, LC-MS) to study flavor chemistry and molecular mechanisms* Collaborate with flavorists, sensory scientists, and application teams to validate ingredient performance* Support scale-up processes and assist in supply chain and regulatory review* Write organized reports and present findings to cross-functional teams* Review patents and scientific literature to propose aligned research initiatives**What Makes You the Right Fit*** Ph.D. in Food Science, Microbiology, Biochemistry, or related field with 0–3 years of postdoctoral experience, or MS with 5+ years in industrial flavor research* Understanding of bioreactor principles and metabolic pathways* Experience with instrumental analysis (HPLC, GC-MS)* Strong knowledge of flavor chemistry and microbial strain screening* Experience in sensory evaluation (taste and smell)* Proficiency in statistical data analysis* Self-motivated with a strong sense of ownership and teamwork* Effective communication and interpersonal skills* Ability to work in a cross-functional team environment* Industrial laboratory experience in fermentation and downstream processing* Experience with high-throughput screening for strains and metabolites* Knowledge of flavor fractionation and reconstitution for target profiles* Experience in molecular modeling and in silico screening of small molecules and peptides* Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance* Paid parental leave (16 weeks)* 401(k) with 6% company match* Career development programs and tuition reimbursement* Employee assistance programs* Inclusive and collaborative work environment* Total Base Pay Range: 67.200,00 - 96.000,00We 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
to learn moreSalary Ranges:$81240- $101550At IFF, we make joy through science, creativity and heart. As the global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients, health and biosciences, we deliver groundbreaking, sustainable innovations that elevate everyday products – advancing wellness, delighting the senses and enhancing the human experience. We value an inclusive, creative workplace where all individuals can thrive and do their best work. We consider all qualified candidates equally and based on merit, without regard to religion, ethnicity, national origin, race, age, veteran status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation or disability. #J-18808-Ljbffr
On-sitelocations:
USA, Union Bch (Off)time type:
Full timeposted on:
Posted Todaytime left to apply:
End Date: January 31, 2026 (24 days left to apply)job requisition id:
R10222**Job Summary**IFF is a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients and health & biosciences. We deliver sustainable innovations that elevate everyday products.**Taste:** Crafting unique, technology-enabled flavor designs that define the identity of food and beverage brands, shape trends in flavor building, and fuel market success.IFF in **Union Beach, NJ** is seeking a **Scientist – Upstream Development, Natural Flavor Ingredients** to join our **Food Biotech R&D team**!It’s an exciting time to be part of IFF’s Food Biotech team. As a research scientist, you will play a pivotal role in the development of natural flavors and taste modulation ingredients aligned with corporate strategies and business goals. You will work semi-independently and within a highly collaborative team environment, contributing to upstream discovery and bio-based process development.Be part of an **innovative and dynamic** team where together we can achieve greatness and make a real impact. Your potential is our inspiration.**Where You’ll Make a Difference*** Advance technologies that transform sustainable raw materials into high-value flavor ingredients via microbial fermentation and biocatalysis* Support lab and bench-scale process development for upstream discovery* Design and conduct microbial strain screening experiments* Perform instrumental analysis (GC-MS, HPLC, LC-MS) to study flavor chemistry and molecular mechanisms* Collaborate with flavorists, sensory scientists, and application teams to validate ingredient performance* Support scale-up processes and assist in supply chain and regulatory review* Write organized reports and present findings to cross-functional teams* Review patents and scientific literature to propose aligned research initiatives**What Makes You the Right Fit*** Ph.D. in Food Science, Microbiology, Biochemistry, or related field with 0–3 years of postdoctoral experience, or MS with 5+ years in industrial flavor research* Understanding of bioreactor principles and metabolic pathways* Experience with instrumental analysis (HPLC, GC-MS)* Strong knowledge of flavor chemistry and microbial strain screening* Experience in sensory evaluation (taste and smell)* Proficiency in statistical data analysis* Self-motivated with a strong sense of ownership and teamwork* Effective communication and interpersonal skills* Ability to work in a cross-functional team environment* Industrial laboratory experience in fermentation and downstream processing* Experience with high-throughput screening for strains and metabolites* Knowledge of flavor fractionation and reconstitution for target profiles* Experience in molecular modeling and in silico screening of small molecules and peptides* Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance* Paid parental leave (16 weeks)* 401(k) with 6% company match* Career development programs and tuition reimbursement* Employee assistance programs* Inclusive and collaborative work environment* Total Base Pay Range: 67.200,00 - 96.000,00We 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
to learn moreSalary Ranges:$81240- $101550At IFF, we make joy through science, creativity and heart. As the global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients, health and biosciences, we deliver groundbreaking, sustainable innovations that elevate everyday products – advancing wellness, delighting the senses and enhancing the human experience. We value an inclusive, creative workplace where all individuals can thrive and do their best work. We consider all qualified candidates equally and based on merit, without regard to religion, ethnicity, national origin, race, age, veteran status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation or disability. #J-18808-Ljbffr