R&D Scientist - Encapsulation and Control Release (Delivery)

About the role

IFF, a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients and health & biosciences, is looking for an R&D Scientist within its Delivery Systems R&D organization in Benicarlo. You will conduct research supporting the development of novel fragrance delivery technologies for IFF's customers, working in a technical team focused on encapsulation, microencapsulation, controlled release, materials science and delivery technology.

Key responsibilities

• Carry out experimental research to develop proprietary fragrance delivery systems and related technologies, under the guidance of senior technical staff.
• Prepare laboratory samples, prototypes and formulations for internal and external evaluation.
• Run bench-level experiments, characterization studies, performance evaluations and stability testing.
• Analyze data, document experiments accurately, interpret results and recommend next steps.
• Identify new materials, ingredients or process variables that could give a technical or competitive advantage.
• Act as a functional contributor on project teams and manage assigned project activities within scope.
• Collaborate with scientists, process engineers, analytical teams, sensory/performance teams and manufacturing partners, and prepare technical reports, presentations and summaries.
• Contribute to invention disclosures, intellectual property generation and scientific knowledge building where appropriate.

Required profile

• PhD in Chemistry, Polymer Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Colloid Science, Physical Chemistry or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated experimental research experience and ability to design, run and interpret laboratory studies.
• Ability to work independently within an assigned technical area while receiving general scientific direction from senior staff.
• Fluency in English; applications must be submitted in English.

Required skills

• Strong scientific foundation in chemistry, materials, polymers, colloids, formulations or interfacial science.
• Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving skills and technical curiosity.
• Excellent written and oral communication, able to document experiments and present results clearly.
• Experience in encapsulation, microencapsulation, fragrance/flavor delivery, controlled release or consumer product formulation is a plus.
• Experience with analytical characterization, stability testing, performance evaluation or formulation screening is a plus.

What we offer

• Medical coverage for you, with optional family coverage.
• Pension plan.
• Life and accident/disability insurance.
• Benefits Club with discounts on everyday purchases and vacation packages.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).