Slow to promote, but decent salary and good benefits - Associate Scientist IFF Employee Review

4.0
7 Jan 2021
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Pros

Decent salary, compared to lab technicians in other fields. Good benefits package compared to some other fragrance houses (company match to 401k & contribution towards insurance premiums).

Cons

Slow to promote. Lacking clear internal ladder for employee growth. Top heavy: too many managers, very small teams. Takes a long time to earn more vacation days.

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5.0
10 Apr 2026
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Pros

Exciting work environment with high-quality, knowledgeable colleagues. Good benefits, pay, work culture.

Cons

New ownership cycle seemingly every 5-7 years.

2.0
8 Jun 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Learning opportunities People are nice and willing to teach/learn

Cons

No room to move up, though you’re encouraged to grow your skillset Very few hiring opportunities, no backfilling of positions In order to move up, you must show you can perform at that next level, while still doing your current job Very few promotion cycles (1-2/yr) Ineffective management Recent layoffs (2025-2016)

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