Senior Scientist Fragrances Body Care: IFF in Holmdel

Senior Scientist Fragrances Body Care: IFF in Holmdel

International Flavors & Fragrances Holmdel, New Jersey Start Date
09/10/2026

105000 Full-Time

The Senior Scientist Fragrances Body Care role is a full-time IFF position in Holmdel, New Jersey, with a base salary of $90,000 to $120,000. The scientist works on fragrance extraction, GC/MS analysis, and reconstruction of fragrance compositions for body care applications. The schedule combines three on-site days each week with one remote day and an expected day in New York City.

IFF assigns the role to fragrance science work that connects analytical chemistry with perfume development. The scientist plans studies, interprets analytical data, and presents findings to Perfumers, Marketing, Consumer Insights, and technical teams. The position requires a bachelor's or master's degree in analytical chemistry or a related scientific discipline, along with five to seven years of analytical chemistry experience.

An applicant prepares an analytical chemistry resume, degree information, and a record of fragrance-industry experience. The application also requires a clear account of GC/MS work and the candidate's ability to manage scientific studies across several technical partners.

The scientist performs fragrance extraction and uses GC/MS to examine complex compositions. The work includes planning analytical studies, collecting datasets, interpreting results, and reconstructing fragrance formulas from analytical evidence.

Analytical projects also cover fragrance performance and body care applications. The role supports experiments that require careful control of samples, instruments, data records, and conclusions.

• Fragrance extraction and composition reconstruction
• GC/MS operation and troubleshooting
• Scientific experiment design and data interpretation
• Analytical datasets for fragrance performance work

The position requires practical experience with GC/MS systems and complex analytical problem-solving. Experience with GC-O and Gerstel systems adds direct value because both tools support detailed fragrance analysis.

Advanced data analysis, data management, and scientific communication are part of the work. The scientist handles several priorities independently and explains technical findings in writing and presentations.

Perfumers receive analytical support during fragrance development and evaluation. Marketing and Consumer Insights teams use the resulting findings alongside technical partners when product questions require chemical evidence.

The role also connects fragrance analysis with AI-driven fragrance design, intellectual property, and innovation programs. Cross-functional work requires clear handoffs, consistent datasets, and presentations that make analytical conclusions usable to non-chemist partners.

The position uses a hybrid schedule anchored by the Holmdel workplace. The expected New York City day adds a second regional work point to the role's regular collaboration pattern.

IFF provides medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k), vacation, holidays, paid parental leave, and an annual bonus plan. Commuter benefits, tuition reimbursement, and career development programs add support for continued technical growth.

The scientist contributes to fragrance innovation that reaches beyond a single laboratory test. Analytical results become part of product decisions, technical partnerships, and new fragrance technologies within a global taste, scent, and nutrition organization.

Technical candidates with experience across extraction, instrumentation, and fragrance composition bring the complete evidence chain to the role. The position remains centered on body care science while connecting laboratory findings to perfume creation and product execution.