Senior Scientist

IFF is a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients and health & biosciences. We deliver sustainable innovations that elevate everyday products. Scent: Harnessing the full emotional power of scent, driven by pioneering creativity, science, consumer expertise and a mindful approach to fragrance design Location & Work Style The role is based in Tlalnepantla (On site role). Be part of a dynamic, innovative, and collaborative team where together we can achieve greatness and make a real impact. As a Senior Scientist, you will independently lead medium‐sized technical projects, develop scientific capabilities, and drive innovation that supports winning fragrance solutions. You will act as a key bridge between technology development, perfumery, and customer‐focused teams. This role is ideal for an experienced scientist ready to take on greater ownership, influence technical strategy, and mentor junior team members. Where You'll Make a Difference Lead the design and execution of complex experiments and technical studies. Drive problem‐solving initiatives to advance new fragrance technologies. Guide project workstreams, ensuring scientific rigor and timely delivery. Collaborate with global and regional partners across R&D, Perfumery, and Marketing. Translate consumer and customer needs into clear technical insights and solutions. Develop formulations, applications, or sensory methodologies that elevate technology performance. Generate, analyze, and communicate data to stakeholders at multiple levels. Contribute to IP development through literature reviews, patent evaluations, and innovation mapping. Mentor junior scientists and help strengthen scientific capabilities within the team. What Makes You the Right Fit MSc with ~7+ years of experience, or PhD with ~4+ years in a relevant scientific field. Proven track record in technical problem‐solving and experimental design. Demonstrated experience leading scientific or cross‐functional projects. Strong analytical mindset with ability to convert data into actionable recommendations. Excellent communication and presentation skills across technical and non‐technical audiences. Ability to build strong relationships with regional and global stakeholders. Skilled in navigating dynamic, fast‐paced, innovation‐driven environments. High level of scientific curiosity, rigor, and ownership. Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities. How You Would Stand Out? Experience in fragrance technologies, formulation, or sensory science. Familiarity with consumer goods categories and product performance evaluation. Background in technology development, IP creation, or applied research. Why Choose Us? Opportunity to shape next‐generation fragrance technologies used by millions. Work in a globally connected innovation network with world‐class experts. Strong focus on scientific excellence, creativity, and continuous learning. Inclusive culture that values collaboration, diversity, and technical mastery. Access to advanced labs, tools, and digital platforms to accelerate discoveries. Clear career progression pathways within IFF's global R&D ecosystem. We kindly ask you to attach your resume in English. 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