Biology Scientist II: Flavor & Fragrance Research

Takasago International Corp. (USA); Rockleigh (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Health benefits

Life insurance

Retirement savings plans

Employee discounts

Job summary

Takasago International Corp. (USA) invites you to join our Biology Scientist (level II) role in Rockleigh, NJ, where you will conduct research on essential oils, fragrance, and flavor molecules.

You will work with standard lab cultures and safety procedures to advance our biology research group. The role emphasizes planning experiments, data collection, report preparation, and collaboration with analytical, chemistry, and neuroscience teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 2+ years experience in flavor/fragrance industry or a Masters in Biochemistry or Microbiology with lab experience.
• Minimum two years hands-on lab experience in microbiology, biochemistry, psychophysics, or cosmetic/food science.
• Experience working with microorganisms and/or enzymes preferred.
• Ability to work autonomously with minimal supervision; keen attention to details and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Plan and perform experiments and method development in flavors/fragrances research using available biological tools.
• Collect and analyze data, prepare buffers, media, and product formulations; support biology research group.
• Prepare project reports and scientific presentations; interact with analytical, chemistry, psychophysics, neurosciences teams.
• Duties include full laboratory support for Takasago’s commercial, creative and marketing objectives.

Skills

Microbiology techniques

Biochemical assays

Data analysis

Experimental design

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree in Biochemistry or Microbiology

Tools

Standard microbiology equipment

Analytical instruments

Job description

Takasago International Corp. (USA) invites you to join our Biology Scientist (level II) role in Rockleigh, NJ, where you will conduct research on essential oils, fragrance, and flavor molecules.

You will work with standard lab cultures and safety procedures to advance our biology research group. The role emphasizes planning experiments, data collection, report preparation, and collaboration with analytical, chemistry, and neuroscience teams.