Head of Toxicology, Scent
Core
Lead global toxicology strategy and safety assessments for fragrance ingredients, delivery technologies, and emerging product categories to support innovation and regulatory compliance.
Role type
Senior leadership toxicologist (Head of Toxicology)
Builds
Global safety strategy, hazard-based regulatory clearance, and non-animal testing capabilities for fragrance portfolio
Domain
Consumer goods / Fragrance / Chemical safety
Required skills
Toxicological risk assessment, global regulatory frameworks (REACH, Cosmetics Regulations, GHS/CLP, TSCA), team leadership, strategic external partnerships, non-animal testing methodologies, AI-enabled safety assessment, budget management
Preferred skills
Predictive toxicology, in silico modeling, DART testing strategies, thought leadership in toxicology communities
Technologies
AI-enabled safety assessment, in silico modeling, DART testing, in vitro testing
Responsibilities
Define and execute global toxicology and product safety strategy; Lead safety assessments for fragrance ingredients and delivery technologies; Anticipate emerging toxicological and regulatory risks; Represent IFF in key industry organizations and external advocacy initiatives; Advance non-animal testing approaches and AI-enabled safety assessment capabilities; Build and manage strategic external partnerships with CROs and academic institutions.
Seniority
Executive, strategic leadership