Sensory Scientist

The Sensory Scientist will be expected to have a base understanding of sensory science and consumer research principles and be able to apply this knowledge to conduct scientifically-sound projects. This position will also be expected to effectively speak and communicate sensory science principles to internal and external project teams.

Essential Functions: 

• Design, prepare, and execute appropriate sensory tests to support business & project objectives.


• Participate as a sensory representative on collaborative project teams.


• Help develop and lead sensory training's for descriptive and discrimination panels.


• Partner with scientists across Newly Weds Foods product categories to understand product formulation and preparation as part of sensory projects.


• Maintain documentation of established sensory protocols and training materials.


• Understand sensory methods (i.e., descriptive, discrimination, and affective).


• Analyzing/ interpreting data and creating appropriate visualizations of results.


• Tasting/ smelling variety of foods and ingredients and providing feedback.


• Attend appropriate conferences, courses, and/or training's to learn new approaches to sensory testing.


• Assist in growing Newly Weds Foods’ sensory capabilities following proper industry standards.


• Perform other duties or special projects as needed. 

Qualifications: 

• Requires a bachelor’s degree in Sensory Science, Food Science, Psychology, Statistics, or other related fields.


• 0-2 years of experience working in a sensory research laboratory and/or in a sensory science or consumer research role.


• Experience utilizing sensory and statistical software (Compusense, XLSTAT).


• Strong communication, interpersonal skills and advanced knowledge in MS Office.

Work Environment: 

• General office setting.


• Periodic exposure to: (1) loud environment, (2) airborne particles with stronger odors associated with spicy food ingredients, (3) cold, hot, wet and humid conditions, (4) walking and standing on concrete, (5) climbing steps, ladders, (6) standing on elevated surfaces. 

Benefits

• Medical Insurance


• Prescription Drug Plan


• Dental/Vision Insurance


• Employee Incentive Plan


• Flexible Spending Account


• Cash Accumulation Plan-401K


• Life/AD&D Insurance


• Short- Term/Long-Term Disability


• Vacation Plan


• Paid Holidays


• Employee Assistance Program


• Adoption Assistance Program


• Tuition Reimbursement


• Maternity/Paternity Leave


• Pet Insurance

Salary: $65,000-$75,000