Scientist - Microbiology & Molecular Science

Job Summary

Are you ready to apply microbiology and molecular science to real-world challenges and drive innovation in a global organization?

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

Health & Biosciences (H&B):
Driving innovation through science and technology, partnering with customers to bring cutting-edge solutions to life across food, health, and industrial applications.

You’ll join the Global Quality Technical Group, supporting product commercialization, qualification, and technology transfer. The Microbiology Team provides scientific solutions using advanced microbiological and molecular methods to ensure reliable and compliant outcomes.

The role is based in Wilmington, Delaware, US (on-site role). Be part of a collaborative, innovative, and high-impact team where together we can achieve meaningful scientific breakthroughs. Your potential is our inspiration.

• Execute microbiological and molecular testing using techniques such as Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR), quantitative PCR (qPCR), digital PCR (dPCR), and MALDI.
• Support qualification, transfer, and validation of laboratory methods and technologies across sites.
• Manage multiple projects, owning experimental activities and delivering high-quality data.
• Apply scientific methods and statistical tools to solve complex problems.
• Drive continuous improvement of lab processes and systems.
• Collaborate with R&D, Manufacturing, Regulatory, and Quality teams.
• Identify and implement innovative technologies to enhance capabilities.
• Communicate results effectively to influence decisions.

• Bachelor's degree in Microbiology, Molecular Biology, or related field.
• 8+ years of relevant laboratory experience.
• Ability to work independently and within multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong data analysis and documentation skills.
• Experience with laboratory systems (LIMS, SAP, SharePoint, Office 365).
• Strong organizational and problem‑solving skills.
• Effective communication and mentoring ability.
• Availability to work on-site daily.

• Experience with rapid microbiological methods or advanced molecular techniques.
• Background in technology transfer, validation, or scale-up.
• Ability to influence stakeholders and drive innovation.

• Work at the intersection of science and innovation.
• Be part of a purpose‑driven global organization.
• Collaborate with diverse teams across functions.
• Opportunities for career growth and development.
• Inclusive and supportive workplace culture.
• Competitive compensation and benefits.

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 religion, gender identity & expression, sexual orientation, or disability.