Fermentation Scientist

at  International Flavors Fragrances

Job Summary
Entry level scientist who independently conceptualizes and conducts research that leads
to original ideas or solutions to relevant problems. May lead projects and may supervise
others.Responsibilities:CREATION 65 %Conducts independent research with guidance from experienced R&D leaderor technical team leader.Authors technical documentation, such as reports, invention disclosures andtechnical promotion materials.Exercises independent judgment in developing methods, techniques, andevaluation criteria for obtaining results for project advancement.Leverages the scientific literature in field of expertise, to shape researchplans.Implements feasibility testing of proposed scientific solutions to providefeedback and data to validate the approach.INNOVATION / NEW TECHNOLOGY 15 %Contributes new ideas to develop the innovation pipeline.Offers original ideas and innovative solutions from other technical functionsand/or reaching out to related functions such as Intellectual Property andRegulatory.INNOVATION/NEW TECHNOLOGY 10%Generates ideas and data to contribute to Intellectual Property; files InventionDisclosure Notices.Identify shortcomings in existing research procedures and systems andpropose solutions to address them.CUSTOMER INTIMACY AND TECHNICAL PARTNERSHIP 10%Establishes and maintains a broad network within the IFF R&D divisioncommunity.Gains basic knowledge in relevant business area under guidance of moreexperienced scientist.Promotes and defends ideas having project-/functional impact.Interacts with internal / external customers on specific projects to support therelationshipLEADERSHIP 10%Serves as a safety resource beyond the team in a related technical areabased on area of technical expertise.May supervise the activities of other personnel, as a people- or project leader.Trains colleagues in scientific methods.Mentors or develops others in functional group or project team.JOB REQUIREMENTSEducational requirementPhD or equivalent experience.Experience requiredSufficient time in previous grade to demonstrate mastery of responsibilities and deliver significant contributions.Extensive and broad experience in subject area with one or more significant bodies of relevant work.Recognized as a primary contributor to a significant piece of work presented internally, externally, published, or patented.Demonstrates a clear ability to act as a contributor in an interdisciplinary team environment.SKILLS• Scientific research methods• Written and oral communication skills• Problem solving skills• Decision Making skills• Project Management• Collaboration• Functional Technical Skills in Related Disciplines
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Salary Ranges:
$107,000.00 - $160,400.0

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