Fragrance Scientist

International Flavors and Fragrances; Holmdel Township (NJ); Hybrid; USD 69,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) plan

Vacation and holidays

Parental leave

Annual bonus

Job summary

International Flavors and Fragrances (IFF) seeks an experienced analytical chemist to advance fragrance analysis and performance studies. You will apply GC/MS and GC-O techniques to profile ingredients, reconstruct fragrance compositions, and support AI-driven fragrance design initiatives.

Based in Holmdel, NJ, the role is on-site 3x weekly with 1 remote day and a required NYC visit. Collaborate with Perfumers, Marketing, and Consumer Insights to drive fragrance innovation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Analytical Chemistry or related field.
• 5–7 years of analytical chemistry experience in fragrance, consumer goods, biotech, pharma, or related industries.
• Experience designing experiments and solving analytical challenges.
• Hands-on GC/MS operation and troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of fragrance composition, essential oils, aroma chemicals, and specialty bases.
• Experience with GC-O and Gerstel systems.
• Strong data analysis and data management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Perform fragrance extraction from consumer products using analytical techniques.
• Conduct GC/MS analysis for fragrance profiling and ingredient characterization.
• Reconstruct fragrance compositions through analytical interpretation using essential oils, aroma chemicals, synthetic materials, and specialty bases.
• Plan, execute, and interpret complex analytical studies supporting fragrance development projects.
• Generate structured analytical datasets that support insights and market understanding.
• Provide analytical support for AI-driven fragrance design initiatives.
• Contribute to intellectual property development and innovation programs.
• Present analytical findings and recommendations to cross-functional stakeholders.
• Build partnerships with Perfumers, Marketing, Consumer Insights, and technical teams.

Skills

Analytical chemistry

GC/MS

GC-O

Fragrance composition

Data analysis

Communication skills

Independent work

Fragrance industry knowledge

Education

Analytical Chemistry degree (Bachelor's or Master's)

Tools

GC/MS instrumentation

Gerstel systems

Job description

Job Summary

Are you passionate about analytical chemistry and eager to help shape the future of fragrance innovation through science, data, and discovery?

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.

This position will provide an opportunity to be a part of new fragrance creations, concepts, and solutions to our Body Care Business. Key focus will be on Fragrance Analysis and Fragrance Performance analytical support, including leveraging new Fragrance technologies, and technical understanding.

The role is based across Holmdel, NJ (on-site 3x a week, 1 remote) with the expectation of a day in NYC location.

Be part of a collaborative, innovative, and customer-focused team where together we can achieve greatness and make a real impact. Your potential is our inspiration.

Where You'll Make a Difference

• Perform fragrance extraction from consumer products using a variety of analytical techniques.
• Conduct Gas Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry (GC/MS) analysis for fragrance profiling and ingredient characterization.
• Reconstruct fragrance compositions through analytical interpretation using essential oils, aroma chemicals, synthetic materials, and specialty bases.
• Plan, execute, and interpret complex analytical studies supporting fragrance development projects.
• Generate structured analytical datasets that support insights and market understanding.
• Provide analytical support for artificial intelligence-driven fragrance design initiatives.
• Contribute to intellectual property development and innovation programs.
• Present analytical findings and recommendations to cross-functional stakeholders.
• Build partnerships with Perfumers, Marketing, Consumer Insights, and technical teams.

What Makes You the Right Fit

• Bachelor's degree or Master's degree in Analytical Chemistry or related scientific discipline.
• Minimum 5-7 years of analytical chemistry experience in fragrance, consumer goods, biotechnology, pharmaceutical, or related industries.
• Proven ability to design scientific experiments and solve complex analytical challenges.
• Hands-on experience operating and troubleshooting GC/MS instrumentation.
• Strong knowledge of fragrance composition, essential oils, aroma chemicals, and specialty bases.
• Experience with Gas Chromatography-Olfactometry (GC-O) and Gerstel systems.
• Advanced data analysis and data management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

How Would You Stand Out?

• Advanced expertise in analytical chemistry within the fragrance industry.
• Experience supporting fragrance performance or sensory science programs.
• Knowledge of competitor technologies, patent landscapes, and emerging fragrance innovations.

Why Choose Us?

• Competitive Benefits (US): Our benefit package includes medical, dental, vision, 401(k), vacation, holidays, 16 weeks paid parental leave (maternity and paternity), and an annual bonus plan. IFF was also recognized by Newsweek as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Perks & Benefits.
• Diversity & Inclusion (US): IFF has been recognized previously in the US on the Disability Equality Index - Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion
• Innovation: Gain exposure to cutting-edge technologies and trailblazing advancements in fragrances and perfumery research industry.
• Global Collaboration: Be part of a global organization that values innovation, creativity, and collaborating amongst our diverse, cross-functional teams
• Sustainability: Contribute to solutions that support a safer, healthier, and more sustainable world. IFF was recognized on the Forbes Net Zero Leaders 2026 list within the chemicals/materials sector.
• Professional Perks (US): Career Development, Commuter Benefits & Tuition Reimbursement program incentives offered in addition to standard benefits.

The salary range for this position is $90,000-$120,000 base salary, depending on candidate experience and relevancy to the position and other factors determined by the hiring team in their decision.

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

Salary Ranges: 69,118.00-98,740.00USD