IFF · 7 hours ago
Sr. Application Specialist
Cedar Rapids, IA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expIFF is a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients and health & biosciences, delivering sustainable innovations that elevate everyday products. The Sr. Application Specialist will lead the daily operations of the Animal Nutrition & Health Application Laboratory in Cedar Rapids, ensuring high-quality execution of analytical work and supporting the global application strategy across North America.
Manufacturing
Responsibilities
Lead the daily operations of the Animal Nutrition & Health Application Laboratory in Cedar Rapids, ensuring high‑quality execution of analytical work
Implement and support the global application strategy across North America, with a focus on in‑feed enzyme assays and raw material analysis
Maintain alignment with global quality standards, documentation practices, and laboratory best‑in‑class processes
Collaborate closely with global application laboratories to share insights, harmonize methods, and strengthen consistency in service delivery
Oversee method development, optimization, and troubleshooting of enzyme assays and related analytical techniques
Provide technical leadership to ensure accurate, reliable, and timely laboratory results for internal stakeholders and external customers
Partner with the Global Application Manager, Regional Technical Services Director, and Regional Industry Lead to resolve technical challenges and support commercial initiatives
Deliver customer service support by addressing client inquiries, providing technical explanations, and presenting new laboratory capabilities
Independently execute laboratory analyses in support of the North American (NAM) business, delivering reliable data to support customer requests, commercial activities, and technical decision‑making
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Animal Science, Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related scientific field
5+ years of experience in analytical laboratory environments, preferably within animal nutrition, feed, or enzyme applications
Strong understanding of enzyme assay methodologies, raw material analysis, and associated laboratory instrumentation
Demonstrated ability to interpret analytical data and translate findings into meaningful technical insights
Experience working within global quality frameworks and following standardized laboratory procedures
Excellent problem‑solving skills with the ability to diagnose technical issues and recommend corrective actions
Strong communication skills for interacting with customers, commercial teams, and global technical colleagues
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail
Preferred
Experience leading laboratory teams or overseeing lab operations
Prior exposure to the feed, premix, or enzyme industry in a commercial or customer‑facing capacity
Familiarity with global technical networks or cross‑regional project collaboration
Benefits
Competitive compensation and benefits package.
Professional development and growth opportunities within a global organization.
Work that directly contributes to innovation in animal nutrition and feed efficiency.
Supportive team culture with a strong focus on scientific excellence.
Company
IFF
At IFF, we make joy through science, creativity and heart.
10001+ employees
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Funding
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Leadership Team
J. Erik Fyrwald
Chief Executive Officer
Michael Deveau
Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer
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