Senior Scientist, Advanced Materials Characterization

IFF•Beach, ND

21h•$80,276 - $114,680•Onsite

About The Position

IFF is seeking a Senior Scientist to lead the development and application of advanced microscopy and materials characterization techniques for flavor and fragrance delivery systems. The role provides scientific evidence to support customer and business needs and is based on-site in Union Beach, New Jersey. The scientist will plan and conduct complex research using infrared, Raman, and fluorescence spectroscopy, thermal analysis, and other advanced characterization tools. They will apply materials science expertise to distinguish, separate, characterize, and analyze materials and components in complex products, formulations, and delivery systems; translate observations and scientific data into actionable research plans; and manage technical projects from methodology development and sample preparation through data interpretation and recommendations. The role also involves developing technologies and applications that support profitable growth, addressing technology gaps through innovative approaches, and collaborating with business, operations, and R&D teams to support customer opportunities and technology launches. The scientist will mentor junior scientists and provide technical leadership on complex projects.

Requirements

Doctorate in Materials Science or a related scientific discipline and at least 5 years of industrial research experience; alternatively, a master’s degree and at least 10 years of relevant experience, or a bachelor’s degree and at least 15 years of relevant experience.
Strong knowledge of materials science and the ability to understand, differentiate, characterize, and analyze materials and their properties in complex product systems.
Hands-on experience using advanced materials characterization and analytical techniques to separate, analyze, and understand components within formulations, products, or delivery systems.
Advanced technical knowledge of microscopy, spectroscopy, thermal analysis, or related materials characterization techniques.
Ability to translate complex scientific observations and data into practical research strategies, technologies, or applications.
Ability to lead cross-functional technical projects, establish priorities, and drive projects forward.
Experience mentoring, supervising, or providing technical guidance to scientists or other technical professionals.
Strong problem-solving and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across research, business, operations, and customer-facing teams.

Nice To Haves

A strong body of scientific work demonstrating expertise in materials characterization, separation techniques, delivery systems, controlled-release technologies, or related areas.
Industry experience in pharmaceutical, chemical, electronics, or other materials-intensive environments, with expertise transferable to flavor and fragrance delivery systems.
Experience providing expert scientific consultation to internal colleagues, cross-functional partners, or customers.

Responsibilities

Lead the development and application of advanced microscopy and materials characterization techniques to support customer and business needs.
Plan and conduct complex research projects on flavor and fragrance delivery systems using spectroscopy, thermal analysis, and other advanced characterization tools.
Differentiate, separate, characterize, and analyze materials and components within complex products, formulations, and delivery systems.
Translate experimental observations and scientific data into actionable research plans.
Manage technical projects by setting priorities, developing methodologies, preparing samples and prototypes, interpreting data, and recommending next steps.
Develop and apply technologies and applications that support profitable growth and new business opportunities.
Identify technology gaps and address them through innovative scientific approaches and integration of internal and external technologies.
Collaborate with business, operations, and R&D teams to support customer opportunities and the handover and launch of new technologies.
Mentor junior scientists and provide technical leadership, scientific judgment, and problem-solving on complex projects.