Job Summary
Are you passionate about shaping the future of fragrance safety through scientific excellence, innovation, and global influence?
Job Summary
Are you passionate about shaping the future of fragrance safety through scientific excellence, innovation, and general influence?
IFF is a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients and health & biosciences. We deliver sustainable innovations that elevate everyday products.
Harnessing the full emotional power of scent, driven by pioneering creativity, science, consumer expertise and a mindful approach to fragrance design.
The Head of Toxicology, Scent role is based in Hilversum, the Netherlands (Hybrid/Remote) . Be part of a high-performing, globally connected, scientifically driven team where together we can make a real impact. Your potential is our inspiration.
This role is critical to supporting IFF’s highly ambitious innovation strategy and to protect our existing portfolio as hazard-based regulatory measures continue to expand globally.
Where You'll Make a Difference




Lead and develop a world-class global toxicology team while fostering innovation and scientific excellence.
Define and execute IFF Scent's global toxicology and product safety strategy aligned with innovation priorities.
Lead safety assessments for fragrance ingredients, delivery technologies, and emerging product categories, globally.
Drive efficient clearance of new ingredients, balancing speed, cost, safety, and compliance.
Anticipate emerging toxicological and regulatory risks and develop proactive mitigation strategies.
Lead the scientific defense of our existing portfolio facing regulatory, reputational, or marketplace challenges.
Represent IFF in key industry organizations and external advocacy initiatives influence scientific and regulatory outcomes.
Advance non-animal testing approaches, predictive toxicology, and AI-enabled safety assessment capabilities.
Build and manage strategic external partnerships with CROs, academic inst

📌 Head of Toxicology, Scent (Barcelona)
🏢 Iff
📍 Barcelona