Laboratory Analyst

At IFF, an industry leader in food, beverage, health, biosciences and sensorial experiences, science and creativity meet to create essential solutions for a better world – from global icons to unexpected innovations and experiences. With the beauty of art and the precision of science, we are an international collective of thinkers who partners with customers to bring scents, tastes, experiences, ingredients and solutions for products the world craves. Together, we will #DoMoreGood for people and planet. Learn more at iff.com, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.

We are now looking for two

LABORATORY ANALYSTS

to join our Specialty Carbohydrates Process R&D team based in Kirkkonummi, Southern Finland.

Our team is delivering capacity release and continuous improvement projects in close collaboration with our globally located manufacturing facilities, and process development and technology support for exciting new products in our portfolio. Our laboratory provides analytical support for these activities. We can offer you a position in a dynamic, diverse, and global IFF Health and Bioscience Process R&D organization that has world-class capabilities and opportunities to grow and develop.

As a Laboratory Analyst, your main responsibilities will be:

• Executing and reporting of laboratory work
• Development and validation of new and existing analysis methods
• Equipment maintenance and calibration 
• Participating in analytical technology transfer in Finland and abroad
• Acting as a proactive team member in global development projects
• Continuous improvement in safety culture and day-to-day operations.

You are qualified for the position if you have:

• A B.Sc. in Laboratory Science or equivalent
• A few years of relevant work experience in analytical laboratory, especially in QC setting
• Practical experience in analytical techniques (HPLC, GC, ICP, IC)
• Excellent attitude towards Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS)
• Team player mentality, high respect for people and understanding of the importance of a good working atmosphere
• Problem-solving skills, analytical mindset, and continuous learning attitude
• Effective oral and written communication and presentation skills both in Finnish and in English
• Good IT skills (e.g., Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, SAP). 

 
Desirable skills and background:

• Previous experience from working in process industry is an asset.

The positions are permanent and start as soon as possible.

Please send your application and CV no later than May 5th, 2024 via our recruitment portal.

In this position you will be reporting to Soili Karjalainen, Group Manager, Kantvik.

For further information for the position, please contact Soili Karjalainen tel. +358 50 5347975 on Monday 29.4 between 12-13 EET or on Thursday 2.5. between 9-11 EET.