Job Summary At IFF, we make joy through science, creativity and heart. We make scientific discoveries, craft exciting sensory experiences and drive business success and growth. Our mission is to support healthier, happier lives for both people and the planet. Main Responsibilities: Microbiological Media Preparation: Prepare and quality control microbiological media, and manage orders. Laboratory Setup: Set up the microbiological laboratory for testing. Reagents Preparation: Prepare necessary reagents for testing. Sample Preparation: Prepare samples for testing, including booking into the system and weighing. Stock Monitoring: Monitor stocks of consumables within the laboratory. Equipment Checks: Perform daily equipment temperature checks. General Assistance: Assist with other tasks as needed. Microbiological Testing: Conduct simple microbiological tests. Results Entry: Enter test results into the system. Work Area Maintenance: Maintain clean and tidy work areas, ensuring they are well-stocked with lab consumables. Equipment Calibration: Perform routine internal calibration of equipment and arrange external calibration, maintaining accurate records. Sensory Panels Management: Manage and prepare multiple sensory panels throughout the day. Flavor Retention System: Use the flavor retention system for sensory evaluations. System Maintenance: Maintain retain and Gold Standard systems. Sample Ordering: Order retain samples from affiliate sites. Requirements: Experience: Some experience in a lab environment or microbiology (academic or commercial/industrial) is beneficial but not required; training will be provided. Education: A-level science discipline or equivalent is desirable/preferred. Skills: Self-motivated, able to work under pressure, and organize work independently. Interest in microbiology and desire to work in a laboratory. Excellent communication skills and attention to detail. Proficiency in MS Word and Excel. SAP experience is helpful. 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