Microbiologist I

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 an energetic, 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 strong scientific collaborator, adaptable team player, and thrive in a dynamic work environment, we'd love to meet with you!

Your key responsibilities:

Carries out a complex scope of inter-disciplined assignments and has key expertise in the area of microbiological and molecular techniques, equipment and methodologies, including:

• Microbiological and molecular testing to support our functional areas of focus; may include support of method development/validation initiatives and crossovers as well as 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.
• Works within a team environment and is able to train others.
• Demonstrates logic and tactical problem-solving skills.
• Able to work on site every day for the full day.  This is not a remote position.

Your preferred skill sets:

• Culture-based QC test methods and Rapid Micro Methods
• PCR, qPCR (Quant Studio preferred), MALDI Biotyper
• Nucleic Acid Isolation/Purification by manual and/or automated methods
• Cell Culture propagation techniques
• Aseptic technique, Good Laboratory Practices
• Pipetting techniques, Microscopy, Spectroscopy 
• 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, Microsoft Teams)
• 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 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 6 years experience in an industrial lab setting. Applicants with an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
• At least 2 of the 6 years required experience must be related to the above responsibilities.

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 our customers.  We are creating an agile, empowered and innovative business that provides exceptional service and delivers on our commitment to be an essential partner for our customers.

 
Coupled with core values and excellent compensation & benefits... Together, we're turning possibilities into real world answers that help humanity prosper! 

 
Come realize how you can make an impact, act like an owner and partner with customers in our journey.