Job Summary
Are you passionate about analytical science and eager to contribute to the creation of world-class fragrance innovations?
(Please submit your CV in English)
IFF is a general 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.
The Senior Scientist role is based in Tlalnepantla, Mexico (on site role). This role offers the opportunity to work in a state-of-the-art analytical laboratory at the forefront of fragrance science, leveraging advanced technologies to generate actionable insights that shape the future of IFF’s fragrance portfolio and AI-driven innovation.
Where You’ll Make a Difference
Perform fragrance extraction from consumer products using diverse techniques
Conduct GC/MS for fragrance profiling and raw material characterization




Run and maintain high-throughput analytical workflows and robotic systems to accelerate data generation
Provide large uniform data sets that are ready to be used for building correlations, actionable insights and market understanding
Support AI-driven fragrance design by providing structured, high-quality data
Drive automation strategies to enhance efficiency and reproducibility
Contribute to IP development and maintain IFF’s competitive edge
Present findings and interpretations to cross-functional teams
Foster a collaborative, innovation-driven culture.
What Makes You the Right Fit
Master’s degree in Analytical Chemistry or closely related scientific field (PhD preferred)
Minimum 7 years in analytical chemistry within fragrance, consumer goods, biotech, pharma, or related industries
Proven ability to design experiments and solve complex analytical challenges
Hands-on experience with GC/MS operation and troubleshooting
Strong knowledge of fragrance composition, essential oils, aro

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