Microbiologist I

IFF; Alabama; On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Professional development

Inclusive workplace

Job summary

IFF is a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients and health & biosciences, delivering sustainable innovations that elevate everyday products.

The role is based in Madison, Wisconsin, where you will perform routine laboratory testing, maintain GMP and ISO documentation, and collaborate with a cross-functional quality team to ensure product safety and compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent laboratory experience
• Knowledge of QC analytical methods
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Commitment to laboratory safety including PPE
• Comfortable spending most time in a lab
• Willingness to work overtime when needed

Responsibilities

• Adhere to quality systems (ISO22000, NSF, GLP) and follow IFF policies
• Perform routine laboratory testing with accurate documentation in SAP QM
• Reference standards and documentation to ensure correct testing procedures
• Calibrate, maintain and use laboratory equipment
• Apply GMP for care, handling and storage of products
• Conduct environmental sampling following protocols
• Maintain a clean, safe, compliant lab environment
• Collaborate with team and support cross-functional quality initiatives

Skills

Laboratory testing

Analytical methods

Team collaboration

Math skills

Communication skills

PPE compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Microbiology, Biology

Associate degree with 1+ year laboratory experience

Tools

SAP Quality Management

Job description

Job Summary

Are you passionate about innovation that transforms everyday products into extraordinary experiences?

IFF is a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients and health & biosciences, we deliver sustainable innovations that elevate everyday products.

Health & Biosciences:Channeling our passion for nature and bioscience into sustainable, life-enhancing technologiesthat powerinnovative solutions across healthcare, food, consumer and industrial markets.

The role is a role tied to our Madison, Wisconsin location. Be part of a creative, agile team where together we can achieve greatness and make a real impact. Your potential is our inspiration.

Where You’ll Make a Difference

• Adhere to all quality systems, including ISO22000 (Food Safety Management), NSF (National Sanitation Foundation), and GLP (Good Laboratory Practice) guidelines, while following IFF’s Quality Policy and procedures.
• Perform routine laboratory testing with accurate and timely documentation of all results in the SAP Quality Management module.
• Reference and utilize laboratory standards, materials, and documentation to support correct execution of testing procedures.
• Follow departmental procedures to properly calibrate, maintain, and use laboratory equipment.
• Apply Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) for proper care, handling, and storage of food and dietary supplement products.
• Conduct environmental sampling following established protocols.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and compliant laboratory environment by following and enforcing all laboratory safety procedures.
• Collaborate effectively within the team and support cross-functional quality initiatives as needed.

What Makes You the Right Fit

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Microbiology, Biology, or a related scientific field — or an associate degree with at least one year of relevant laboratory experience.
• Knowledge of analytical methods and testing performed within the Quality Control (QC) department.
• Ability to work independently and as a contributing member of a team.
• Strong mathematical skills and clear written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to comply with laboratory safety standards, including use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Comfortable working 95-100% of the time in a laboratory setting.
• Ability to work overtime as needed.

How You Would Stand Out

• Prior experience performing environmental sampling or microbiological testing.
• Familiarity with SAP Quality Management or similar laboratory information systems.
• Demonstrated ability to work in fast-paced, highly regulated environments.

Why Choose Us?

• Comprehensive health, wellness, and insurance benefits.
• Professional development and continuous learning opportunities.
• Inclusive, safety-focused, science-driven work environment.

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