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Operate, monitor, and maintain fermentation equipment; prepare cultures and materials; collect and process samples; and record experimental observations and data. Follow established SOPs and safety requirements while working independently and collaboratively across multiple projects and shifts. Identify operational issues, communicate findings, and assist with routine troubleshooting and process improvement efforts.At IFF, we are a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients, and health & biosciences. We deliver sustainable innovations that elevate everyday products.\nWithin our Health & Biosciences (H&B) business, we harness the power of biotechnology to create innovative and sustainable solutions across diverse industries, including animal nutrition, household and personal care, food, health, and biofuels. 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Join a collaborative, innovative, and science-driven team where your work directly supports research, development, and manufacturing initiatives that advance biotechnology solutions worldwide.\nWhere You'll Make a Difference\nConduct laboratory-scale fermentation experiments using microorganisms and bioreactor systems to support research, development, and manufacturing objectives.\nPrepare seed cultures, media, reagents, and materials required for fermentation studies and process development.\nOperate, monitor, and control fermentation equipment through supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) systems while ensuring process reliability.\nCollect, process, and analyze fermentation samples using established laboratory procedures and near-line analytical methods.\nMaintain accurate experimental records, observations, and data in accordance with company documentation standards.\nClean, sanitize, inspect, and maintain bioreactors and associated laboratory equipment to ensure operational readiness.\nFollow standard operating procedures (SOPs), safety requirements, and quality guidelines while supporting continuous laboratory operations.\nIdentify operational issues, communicate findings to team members, and assist with troubleshooting and process improvement activities.\nCollaborate effectively across multiple projects, functions, and shift teams to ensure successful experiment execution and knowledge transfer.\nWhat Makes You the Right Fit\nBachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biological Engineering, or another physical science discipline.\nAlternatively, an Associate degree with relevant experience in laboratory, manufacturing, or biotechnology environments.\nAbility to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams across multiple projects and priorities.\nStrong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to support shift-to-shift information transfer.\nExperience following documented procedures and maintaining accurate laboratory records.\nAbility to safely lift, move, and transport materials weighing up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.\nAbility to pass a respirator fit test and work safely in environments requiring personal protective equipment.\nAvailability to work on our shifts: Multiple Shifts available, willingness to work a weekend schedule (Friday through Monday, 6:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.) or rotating shift (Monday through Friday 6:30a.m. to 2:30p.m. (3weeks), 2:00p.m. to 10:00p.m. (3weeks).\nCommitment to maintaining a strong safety culture and adhering to all laboratory and environmental health and safety standards.\nHow Would You Stand Out?\nTwo or more years of experience in microbiology, cell culture, fermentation, biotechnology, or related laboratory operations.\nCommercial brewing experience or other hands-on experience operating biological production processes.\nProficiency with Microsoft Office applications and familiarity with chemical handling, hazardous operations, or mechanical troubleshooting.\nWhy Choose Us?\nWork with leading scientists and engineers advancing industrial biotechnology and sustainable innovation.\nContribute to projects that support global markets including food, health, personal care, and biofuels.\nGain hands-on experience operating fermentation systems and advanced laboratory technologies.\nCollaborate within a diverse and inclusive global organization committed to scientific excellence.\nAccess professional development and career growth opportunities across research, development, and manufacturing functions.\nMake a meaningful impact by helping create solutions that benefit people and the planet.\nWe are a global leader in taste, scent, and nutrition, offering our customers a broader range of natural solutions and accelerating our growth strategy. 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