Formulation Scientist

IFF•Wilmington, DE

23h•Onsite

About The Position

Are you ready to turn cutting-edge biotechnology into scalable solutions that make a real impact across industries? IFF is a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients and health & biosciences. We deliver sustainable innovations that elevate everyday products. Our Health & Biosciences business unit advances innovation in enzymes, proteins, and biotechnology solutions that improve product performance and sustainability across industries. We combine scientific expertise, data-driven insights, and cutting-edge technologies to solve complex challenges and deliver impactful results. The role is based in Wilmington, DE (on-site). Be part of a collaborative, innovative, and solution-driven team where together we can achieve meaningful impact. Your potential is our inspiration.

Requirements

MS with 3+ years or BS with 5+ years in formulation science, biochemistry, or related field
Hands-on experience developing lab-scale liquid formulations, with a proven track record of scaling processes to larger volumes; experience with enzymes, proteins, or biologics preferred
Demonstrated ability to independently design, execute, and troubleshoot experiments
Solid understanding of the scientific principles governing enzyme and enzyme-mixture stability, including failure-mode analysis and inactivation mechanisms.
Experience with analytical techniques such as SDS-PAGE, HPLC, NanoDSF, UV/Vis spectroscopy, microscopy, and microbial analysis
Knowledge of statistical analysis and experimental design methodologies
Familiarity with data tools (Spotfire, Power BI, or similar)
Strong communication skills to translate technical insights into business impact
Curious mindset with strong problem-solving and collaboration skills

Nice To Haves

Demonstrate in-depth liquid formulation development knowledge and experience
Experience with high-throughput formulation screening, AI-enabled or predictive modeling tool
Experience working in cross-functional or global teams

Responsibilities

Develop scalable liquid formulations and delivery systems for enzyme products
Lead formulation development from experimental design and lab-scale execution through scale-up and production transfer
Use scientific principles to develop, optimize, and improve enzyme formulations
Apply Design of Experiments, data analytics, and AI-enabled tools to accelerate development and generate insights
Communicate findings through reports, dashboards, and technical presentations
Partner with R&D, manufacturing, quality, and regulatory teams to deliver business results.
Resolve formulation and process challenges from lab scale through production
Support documentation, regulatory activities, and knowledge sharing