Research Associate

Job Summary
Are you ready to support laboratory operations that enable scientific excellence, quality, and innovation across global teams?
We are a global leader in taste, scent, and nutrition, offering our customers a broader range of natural solutions and accelerating our growth strategy. Within our Health & Biosciences (H&B) business, we develop innovative solutions that improve health, sustainability, and performance across industries.
This position is based in Wilmington, Delaware (on-site). Join a collaborative, high-performing, and detail-oriented team where your contributions help ensure smooth and efficient laboratory operations.
Team Description
You will be part of the Global Technical Quality team, helping scientists and technical experts deliver high-quality results through seamless operational execution, coordination, and logistics support.
Where You'll Make a Difference
Coordinate shipping and receiving of chemicals, biologics, standards, and laboratory consumables
Verify incoming shipments against purchase orders and supporting documentation
Label, log, and track materials, samples, and shipments with accuracy
Prepare and package outgoing shipments in compliance with safety and regulatory requirements
Monitor and maintain inventory levels for laboratory and office supplies
Perform inventory audits and ensure accurate inventory records
Support laboratory upkeep, including glassware washing and workspace organization
Enable seamless laboratory operations by ensuring timely availability of materials and supplies
Support daily lab logistics and processes to maintain operational efficiency
What Makes You the Right Fit
Bachelor’s degree completed
Minimum of 2 years of administrative or laboratory support experience preferred
Strong organizational and time-management skills
High attention to detail and structured working style
Effective communication and collaboration skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Basic understanding of laboratory or logistics processes
How Would You Stand Out
Experience supporting regulated laboratory environments
Familiarity with inventory management systems or procurement tools
Exposure to chemical or biologics handling and compliance requirements
Why Choose Us
Be part of a global leader in science, innovation, and sustainability
Work in a collaborative and inclusive environment
Opportunities for learning and professional development
Exposure to global laboratory operations and technical teams
Competitive compensation and benefits package
Contribute to solutions that improve everyday life
We are a global leader in taste, scent, and nutrition, offering our customers a broader range of natural solutions and accelerating our growth strategy. At IFF, we believe that your uniqueness unleashes our potential. We value the diverse mosaic of the ethnicity, national origin, race, age, sex, or veteran status. We strive for an inclusive workplace that allows each of our colleagues to bring their authentic self to work regardless of their religion, gender identity & expression, sexual orientation, or disability.
Visit IFF.com/careers/workplace-diversity-and-inclusion to learn more