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Iff

Scientist (Enzymes)

Wilmington, DE · On-site

Maintain and evaluate enzyme standards and control programs, including preparation, qualification, and global distribution * Collaborate crossfunctionally with R&D, Quality Assurance, Quality Control ...

Cascade Bio

Laboratory Analyst

Denver, CO · On-site

$50K - $60K/yr

Response for enzyme expression, purification, and characterization using standard systems, including E. coli and IMAC. Assist with maintenance of laboratory-scale bioreactor and scale up activities ...

Cascade Bio

Laboratory Analyst

Denver, CO

Response for enzyme expression, purification, and characterization using standard systems, including E. coli and IMAC. Assist with maintenance of laboratory-scale bioreactor and scale up activities ...

Cascade Biocatalysts

Laboratory Analyst

Denver, CO · On-site

$50K - $60K/yr

Response for enzyme expression, purification, and characterization using standard systems, including E. coli and IMAC. Assist with maintenance of laboratory-scale bioreactor and scale up activities ...

MSD

Senior Scientist, Pharmacokinetics

West Point, PA · On-site

$95K - $121K/yr

Apply strong enzymology knowledge by designing and conducting targeted in vitro/in vivo studies using sub-cellular fractions, hepatocytes, recombinant enzymes and radiolabeled isotopes (3H, 14C) to ...

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Enzyme researchers often encounter challenges such as optimizing experimental conditions for enzyme assays, dealing with enzyme instability or degradation, and ensuring reproducibility of results. Collaboration with interdisciplinary teams—such as chemists, biologists, and bioinformaticians—is common to address these challenges. Adapting to rapidly evolving techniques and technologies in enzyme engineering and analysis is also important for career growth in this field.

What are enzymes and what do they do?

Enzymes are biological molecules, typically proteins, that act as catalysts in living organisms. They speed up chemical reactions that are essential for life, such as digestion, energy production, and DNA replication. Each enzyme is specific to a particular reaction or type of reaction, ensuring that the body's processes occur efficiently and at the right time. Without enzymes, most biochemical reactions would occur too slowly to sustain life.

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AspectEnzymeBiochemist
Required CredentialsTypically a degree in biochemistry, chemistry, or related fieldUsually a master's or Ph.D. in biochemistry, molecular biology, or related disciplines
Work EnvironmentLaboratories, research facilities, biotech companiesResearch labs, pharmaceutical companies, academic institutions
Industry UsageFocuses on enzyme activity, engineering, and applicationsStudies biological processes, including enzymes, proteins, and genetics

Enzymes are specialized proteins that catalyze biochemical reactions, often studied or engineered by biochemists. While enzymes are the subject of biochemist research, an enzyme is a specific biological molecule, whereas a biochemist is a professional conducting research or development in the field of biochemistry.

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Scientist (Enzymes)

Scientist (Enzymes)

Iff

Wilmington, DE • On-site

Full-time

Posted 10 days ago

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Job Summary

Are you passionate about applying bioanalytical science and statistical rigor to ensure global product quality and manufacturing excellence?

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

Health & Biosciences: Channeling our passion for nature and bioscience into sustainable, lifeenhancing technologies that power innovative solutions across healthcare, food, consumer and industrial markets.

The role is based in Wilmington, Delaware (onsite). Be part of an experienced, detailoriented, collaborative team where together we can achieve greatness and make a real impact. Your potential is our inspiration.

The Global Bioanalytical Quality Technical team partners with R&D, Manufacturing, Regulatory, and Global Quality Assurance to advance quality best practices across Health & Biosciences. The team serves as subject matter experts supporting product commercialization, manufacturing operations, and global registrations by providing analytical services, method transfer, qualification, and scientific solutions that ensure reliable, compliant, and repeatable firstpass firstquality results.

Where You'll Make a Difference

  • Provide advanced technical expertise in bioanalytical science to support global manufacturing and product quality programs
  • Develop, execute, and continuously improve analytical methods, standards, and controls used for global quantification and product release
  • Apply Statistical Quality Control (SQC) principles, including control charting and trend analysis, to monitor analytical and manufacturing performance
  • Perform detailed data analysis to identify trends, deviations, and improvement opportunities across analytical and manufacturing systems
  • Maintain and evaluate enzyme standards and control programs, including preparation, qualification, and global distribution
  • Collaborate crossfunctionally with R&D, Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Manufacturing, and site technical teams to troubleshoot analytical challenges
  • Contribute to product stewardship through method development, method transfer, and knowledge sharing to support safe use and handling of enzymes
  • Support continuous improvement of laboratory workflows, systems, and data management practices

What Makes You the Right Fit

  • Bachelor's degree in bioanalytical science, biochemistry, chemistry, chemical engineering, or a related field with 10+ years of relevant experience, or
  • Master's degree in a related scientific discipline with 5+ years of relevant experience, or
  • Ph.D. in a related scientific discipline with 2-3 years of relevant industry experience
  • Strong technical foundation in bioanalytical methods such as enzymology, HighPerformance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC), EnzymeLinked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA), spectroscopy, and gel electrophoresis
  • Demonstrated experience applying Statistical Quality Control (SQC) and statistical tools to evaluate analytical method performance and manufacturing variability
  • Proven ability to troubleshoot complex analytical issues, interpret data, and recommend scientifically sound corrective actions
  • Experience supporting analytical standards and controls programs for manufacturing or product release
  • Proficiency with laboratory and data systems including Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS), SAP, SharePoint, and Microsoft Office 365 (advanced Excel skills preferred)

How Would You Stand Out?

  • Experience with Design of Experiments (DOE) and advanced statistical data analysis
  • Exposure to emerging analytical technologies and method lifecycle management
  • Experience mentoring or guiding colleagues in analytical techniques or data interpretation

Why Choose Us?

  • Opportunity to work onsite in a global sciencedriven organization with realworld impact
  • Collaborative and inclusive work environment focused on quality, safety, and scientific excellence
  • Professional development through challenging projects and crossfunctional collaboration
  • Access to learning and development resources to support continuous growth
  • Competitive total rewards and benefits package

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

Visit IFF.com/careers/workplace-diversity-and-inclusion to learn more

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