Are you passionate about transforming innovative chemistry into scalable industrial processes? Join our Process R&D team in Kantvik and play a key role in developing next-generation biomaterials, health products, and sustainable technologies through hands-on laboratory and pilot-scale experimentation!
In this role, you will play a key role in developing and scaling innovative processes for biomolecules, biomaterials, and health-related products within IFF's global Health & Biosciences organization. This is a highly hands-on position where you will spend a significant portion of your time designing, executing, and evaluating laboratory and pilot-scale experiments while collaborating with cross-functional teams across R&D and manufacturing. You will translate scientific concepts into robust, scalable industrial processes, supporting projects from early development through commercial implementation. The role offers opportunities to contribute to technology transfers, manufacturing support, and continuous improvement initiatives across our global production network. We are looking for a curious, practical problem-solver who thrives in the laboratory, enjoys working close to the technology, and is motivated by transforming ideas into real-world solutions. The role is based in Kantvik, Kirkkonummi, Finland (onsite role). Be part of a collaborative, innovative, and globally connected team where together we can achieve greatness and make a real impact!
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Why Choose Us?
🌍 Our Kantvik Research & Development Center is one of the key locations in IFF’s global network – a place where cutting‑edge research, industrial know‑how and innovation come together. Our team in Kantvik has developed numerous processes that have been implemented in global production facilities – including manufacturing technologies for various sweeteners and betaine. In Kantvik, you work with advanced technologies as part of an international scientific community, on projects with real impact. Join us in shaping the future of biotechnology!
The position is permanent, and the preferred start date is as soon as possible. Please submit your application through Workday by Oct 11, 2026. We review applications continuously and may begin interviews during the application period.
Please note that all applications must be submitted exclusively through our Workday recruitment system.
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.
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At IFF, we make joy through science, creativity and heart. As the global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients, health and biosciences, we deliver groundbreaking, sustainable innovations that elevate everyday products—advancing wellness, delighting the senses and enhancing the human experience.
With ~22,000 employees across 65 countries, more than 110 manufacturing facilities, 100 R&D centers and 33,000 customers worldwide, we turn possibilities into reality by redefining the limits of science and nature to create a more positive, sustainable future for all.
Visit us at www.iff.com to learn how our real-deal experts approach work with an entrepreneurial mindset, working lockstep to defy expectations and create industry-defining solutions that do more good for people and planet
