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Research Associate – Yeast Molecular Biology

International Flavors & Fragrances, Inc. – Wilmington, DE

Job Summary: At IFF, we push beyond traditional boundaries – applying science and creativity for a better world and a more sustainable future. Collectively we are committed to being catalysts for good. With a broad biotech portfolio and a legacy and pipeline of industry firsts, IFF works at the cutting edge of biotechnology innovation, so our customers can stay ahead of market trends, creating industry leading products that transform markets – and everyday lives. We are innovative solvers who work across a range of markets to advance bio-based solutions to meet the needs of a growing population, while protecting our environment for future generations.

IFF Health & Biosciences applies expert science to advance market‑driven, healthy and sustainable solutions for the food, beverage, dietary supplement and pharmaceutical industries. We use cutting‑edge biotechnology across a range of markets to advance bio-based solutions to meet the needs of a growing population, while protecting our environment for future generations.

This role is an associate‑level scientist position to become part of an existing, experienced team of scientists based in Wilmington, DE supporting host construction, improvement, and product development projects. Candidates must have proven experience and a strong foundation in molecular biology, biochemistry and/or microbiology. This will be a predominantly lab‑based role with a focus on constructing microbial cell factories and understanding and optimizing their performance in the relevant industrial applications.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to project‑related workstreams to understand performance of our cell factories and their products in the relevant industrial applications.
• Contribute to strain construction workstreams using modern molecular and cell biology.
• Support optimization, analysis and improvement of cell factories based on project direction and data.
• Carry out work that requires collaboration with others as part of a project team to deliver on project goals.
• Carry out project work as directed by project leader.
• Explore and implement new methods and technologies with project team.
• Generate and effectively communicate data.
• Prepare technical reports, data summaries, presentations, protocols, and other technical and regulatory documents.
• Understanding of basic scientific principles of molecular biology, biochemistry and microbial physiology.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to work as part of a multi‑functional team to deliver on specific project goals.
• Hands‑on mentality and a strong affinity for lab work.
• Willing to learn new skills and techniques.
• Able to adapt to changes, drive multiple workstreams in parallel, and thrive in a fast‑paced R&D environment.
• Proven ability to work and collaborate with others to solve problems.
• Goal oriented and capable of task‑oriented delivery.
• Demonstrated team player and strong interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated organizational skills and excellent attention to detail. Able to deliver consistent high‑quality experimental data from molecular biology and analytical experiments.
• Ability to be effective in a growing, dynamic, and changing business environment.

Preferred Experience

• B.S. or M.S. degree in Biology/Microbiology/Molecular Biology/Biochemistry.
• 1–3 years of research experience in Microbiology/Molecular Biology/Biochemistry.

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 their religion, gender identity & expression, sexual orientation, or disability. Visit IFF.com/careers/workplace-diversity-and-inclusion to learn more.

International Flavors & Fragrances, Inc. – Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.