Job Description

Food Scientist/ Sensory Research Specialist

Help Shape the Future of Flavor!

Are you passionate about food, consumer insights, and the science behind taste? We're looking for a detail-oriented and driven Sensory Research Specialist to join a growing Sensory Team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in evaluating product quality, flavor performance, and consumer experience while supporting product innovation and research initiatives.

If you enjoy combining science, research, and consumer behavior to understand what makes products successful, this role could be the perfect fit!

What You'll Do

Sensory & Consumer Research

• Lead sensory panels to evaluate flavor profiles, product quality, consistency, and stability.
• Design questionnaires and gather meaningful consumer and sensory feedback.
• Analyze results and provide clear, actionable reports.
• Support sensory and consumer research studies from planning through execution.

Laboratory & Study Coordination

• Schedule and coordinate sensory studies to ensure timely completion.
• Prepare test samples and manage study materials.
• Maintain laboratory inventory, supplies, and equipment.
• Ensure accurate data entry, record keeping, and database management.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with teams across Research & Development, Quality, and Innovation functions.
• Share insights and recommendations that influence product decisions.
• Help improve testing processes and research methodologies.

✅ Quality & Compliance

• Ensure laboratory procedures, quality standards, and safety protocols are followed.
• Identify issues, troubleshoot challenges, and recommend solutions.
• Maintain a high level of accuracy and attention to detail in all testing activities.

What You'll Bring

• Previous experience facilitating sensory panels, consumer research studies, or product evaluations .
• Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Sensory Science, Chemistry, Psychology, Sociology, or a related field .
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Exceptional attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong analytical and data interpretation skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications; experience with data management and reporting is a plus.

Why You'll Love This Opportunity

✨ Influence the products consumers enjoy every day.

Gain hands-on experience in sensory science and consumer research.

Work on projects that combine science, data, and human behavior.

Collaborate with talented professionals across multiple disciplines.

Grow your expertise in a specialized and highly sought-after field.

Be part of a team that values innovation, curiosity, and continuous improvement.

Ideal Backgrounds

• Sensory Science
• Consumer Research
• Food Science
• Product Testing
• Quality Assurance
• Laboratory Operations
• Market Research
• Consumer Insights
• Psychology Research
• Research Coordination

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this role.

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