Lead Analytical Scientist

6 days ago

Michigan Center, United States International Flavors & Fragrances Full time
Job Summary

We have an opportunity for a Lead Analytical Scientist on the Polymer Characterization team located at Larkin Lab in Midland, MI. The Polymer Characterization team is part of the Pharma Solutions business unit of International Flavors and Fragrances (IFF).

The Polymer Characterization team provides analytical technical expertise, ensures compliance with regulations, and improves analytical system performance and reliability. We are looking for a Leader with an Analytical chemistry background, who can lead the local team of Analytical Chemists as well as focus on the regulatory testing and method validation needs of the Pharma Solutions products.

The Polymer Characterization labs use a variety of analytical techniques such as wet chemical analysis, viscosity, HPLC, IC, GC, GPC, FTIR and XRF, so general analytical knowledge and/or expertise in one of these fields is required.

Job Requirements

  • Lead the local Polymer Characterization team.
  • Lead the development, validation, qualification, and documentation of analytical methods.
  • Understand the regulatory testing requirements for the Pharma Solutions product portfolio and ensure that production QC labs are meeting them.
  • Provide technical expertise and guidance in relation to complex analytical testing and troubleshooting.
  • Drive global technology transfer and compliance of analytical methodology to external regulations.
  • Interface with R&D, TS&D, and Quality organizations to help ensure product specifications are consistent with analytical and production capability.
Job Requirements
  • Proven people and project leadership experience.
  • PhD in Analytical Chemistry (or a related field) with 5-10 years' experience in analytical chemistry is required.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of analytical techniques, capabilities, and statistics are required.
  • Excellent documentation (written), oral communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to solve problems and multi-task in a fast-paced rapidly changing environment.
  • Preferred experience in the pharmaceutical industry.


The sale is presently expected to close in the first half of 2025, pending regulatory approvals and other closing conditions. The Pharma Solutions business unit will remain a part of IFF until close and, at such time, it will transition to Roquette. In applying for this position, you acknowledge your awareness that the position is a part of the Pharma Solutions business unit and has been identified to transition to Roquette.

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.

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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