Sensory Scientist, consumer research - Warren, United States - Randstad Life Sciences US

Description

Job Title: Sensory Scientist, Consumer products (OTCs)

Schedule/Shift: 1st shift, Mon.-Fri., 9am-5pm EST

Position Type: HYBRID, 3-4 days/week onsite, 1 yr. contract position, long term need

We are seeking a highly motivated individual to join the team as a Consumer Sensory Scientist, conducting consumer research and overseeing the sensory expert panel.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct quantitative and qualitative consumer research studies to understand consumer preferences, behavior, and trends.
• Organize and facilitate sensory panels testing sessions to evaluate product attributes such as taste, smell, texture, and appearance. Also work with panel leader to ensure screening, training, validation regularly conducted.
• Assist in designing research protocols and methodologies for data collection.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret data from consumer surveys and sensory panels testing.
• Prepare reports and presentations summarizing research findings and recommendations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including product development, procurement, marketing, and quality assurance to implement research insights.
• Maintain accurate records of research activities and ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) or Master's degree (preferred).
• Two (2) - five (5) Years' experience in sensory expert panel and consumer research (consumer research, sensory research agencies, food science, chemistry, market research agencies, etc.)
• Knowledge of data analysis of expert panel / QDA
• Quantitative consumer research
• Statistical Analysis – ANOVA
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Good communication skills
• Compusense familiarity is a plus