Associate Quality Scientist

Job Description

Associate Quality Scientist - Rochester, NY 

 

INTRODUCTION 

 

IFF supplies the food and beverage, fragrance, home and personal care, and health and wellness end markets with innovative solutions that allow them to create the products consumers know and love.  IFF is a market-leading global business with innovative, healthy and sustainable solutions, spanning a broader portfolio than any of its peers.

 

THE ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES:

 

The Health & Biosciences team in Rochester, NY is looking for a self-motivated, versatile individual with experience in microbiology techniques to support global quality practices and systems. The ideal candidate balances laboratory work with technical reporting and quality system responsibilities. If you are a self-directed and adaptable team player who thrives in a dynamic work environment, we’d love to meet with you!

 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

 

• Supports assignments related to the areas of microbiological techniques, equipment and methodologies, and other scientific disciplines as appropriate with guidance.
• Propagation and microbiological testing to support our functional areas of focus; may include support of product release, method development/validation initiatives and crossovers as well as process/product qualifications.
• Operation, maintenance, and advanced troubleshooting of laboratory equipment.
• General laboratory upkeep, including glassware washing, laboratory waste disposal, and preparation of supplies and glassware.
• Media prep of reagents, agars, and broths.
• Inventory management of lab chemicals and supplies, including ordering, stock room organization, and keeping lab stocked with critical inventory.
• Active participant of the lab who consistently contributes to the continuous improvement of lab operations.
• Supports lab operation initiatives, leads efforts to maintain established programs.
• Is able to exercise technical discretion in design, execution and interpretation of data making detailed observations and extrapolating logical scientific conclusions with minimal supervision and direction.
• Able to identify, prioritize, coordinate, and accomplish tasks and objectives with minimal supervision and direction.
• Prepares technical reports, summaries, protocols, presentations, and quantitative analyses. 
• Effectively communicates technical information both written and verbal.
• Supports internal and external training and assessments.
• Demonstrates logic and tactical problem-solving skills.
• Works within a team environment and is able to train others.
• Able to work on site every day for the full day.  This is not a remote position.

Job Requirements

PREFERRED SKILL SETS:

 

• Culture-based QC test methods and Rapid Micro Methods
• Cell Culture propagation techniques
• Aseptic technique, Good Laboratory Practices
• Pipetting techniques, Microscopy, Spectroscopy 
• Ability to define, write, and follow procedures
• Experience with quality systems and standards (ISO 17025, ISO 9001), including corrective and preventative action, document control processes, record management, and good documentation practices
• Experience with laboratory equipment, maintenance and operation
• Proficient computer and database management skills (LIMS, SAP, SharePoint, Office 365 (Excel expertise a plus), Microsoft Teams)
• Quality Oriented
• Strong data analysis skills with strong technical writing
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Strong organization, planning, and project management skills
• Highly detail oriented 
• Able to effectively communicate with leadership, peers, and across functional teams

 

Your qualification profile:

 

• Requires a Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline (biology, biochemistry, biotechnology) and minimum of 5 years experience in an industrial lab setting. Applicants with an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
• At least 2 of the 5 years required experience must be related to the above responsibilities.

 

 

Hourly Rate Range - $24.00/hr. - 31.25/hr. based on a variety of factors including, but not limited to work experience, skills, certifications, and location.

 

 

At IFF, our leadership believes passionately in the importance and benefits of being a purpose-driven enterprise.  We will lead not simply by relying on an unmatched portfolio and flawless execution, but by quickly unlocking new innovations as we tap into our shared passion for pairing science and creativity to deliver for