Head of Toxicology, Scent

Are you passionate about shaping the future of fragrance safety through scientific excellence, innovation, and global influence?

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

Harnessing the full emotional power of scent, driven by pioneering creativity, science, consumer expertise and a mindful approach to fragrance design.

The Head of Toxicology, Scent role is based in Hilversum, the Netherlands (Hybrid/Remote). Be part of a high-performing, globally connected, scientifically driven team where together we can make a real impact. Your potential is our inspiration.

• Lead and develop a world-class global toxicology team while fostering innovation and scientific excellence.
• Define and execute IFF Scent's global toxicology and product safety strategy aligned with innovation priorities.
• Lead safety assessments for fragrance ingredients, delivery technologies, and emerging product categories, globally.
• Drive efficient clearance of new ingredients, balancing speed, cost, safety, and compliance.
• Anticipate emerging toxicological and regulatory risks and develop proactive mitigation strategies.
• Lead the scientific defense of our existing portfolio facing regulatory, reputational, or marketplace challenges.
• Represent IFF in key industry organizations and external advocacy initiatives influence scientific and regulatory outcomes.
• Advance non-animal testing approaches, predictive toxicology, and AI-enabled safety assessment capabilities.
• Build and manage strategic external partnerships with CROs, academic institutions, and scientific experts.
• Advance IFF’s scientific and thought leadership through strategic publications to communicate advancements in risk assessment methodologies and promote new capabilities.

• Advanced degree in Toxicology, Pharmacology, or a related scientific discipline (PhD preferred).
• Extensive experience in toxicology and product safety within fragrance, pharma, biocides, chemicals, consumer products, or related industries.
• Proven track record of leading complex, global, cross-functional initiatives and teams.
• Deep expertise in toxicological risk assessment methodologies and safety evaluation frameworks.
• Strong knowledge of global regulatory frameworks including REACH, Cosmetics Regulations, GHS/CLP, TSCA, and other national chemical regulations.
• Experience supporting innovation programs while effectively managing product safety risks.
• Strong scientific judgment and ability to make decisions in complex and evolving environments.
• Demonstrated success influencing regulators, industry associations, customers, and scientific communities.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate complex science into clear business recommendations.
• Experience managing budgets, external partners, and scientific study portfolios.

• Demonstrated leadership and an established external presence across toxicology, regulatory, academic, industry, and stakeholder communities.
• Demonstrated success in applying predictive toxicology, in silico modeling, and AI-driven approaches to advance modern safety assessment strategies.
• Proven success in designing fit-for-purpose DART testing strategies that reduce classification risks for strategic ingredients.
• Experience with implementing non-animal methodologies (NAMs), in vitro testing, and alternative testing strategies.

• Lead the global safety strategy for one of the world's most recognized fragrance and innovation companies.
• Shape the future of toxicology through cutting-edge science, digitalization, and predictive technologies.
• Influence industry standards and regulatory discussions through high-visibility external leadership.
• Partner with world-class scientists, innovators, and business leaders across a global organization.
• Drive sustainable innovation while helping ensure the safe use of fragrance ingredients and technologies worldwide.
• Build, develop, and lead a high-performing toxicology team and contribute as a key member of a highly collaborative regulatory leadership team, while leaving a lasting impact on the future of product safety.

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…