R&D Sensory Scientist Sensory Analyst
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Job Location:
Trumbull, CT - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
21 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
R&D Sensory Scientist / Sensory Analyst
Industry: Consumer Products Manufacturing
Function: Research & Development Sensory Science
Employment Type: Full-Time
Location: Hybrid / On-site (role-dependent)
Compensation: $90000 $100000 base full benefits
Travel: Occasional
Relocation: Possible for ideal candidate
About the Opportunity:
We are seeking a Sensory Scientist / Sensory Analyst to support a core R&D function within a global consumer products organization. This role is responsible for designing executing and interpreting robust sensory testing programs that substantiate consumer-relevant product claims and inform formulation and product development decisions.
This position sits at the intersection of science consumer insight and innovation partnering closely with R&D and Marketing teams to deliver high-quality sensory data that supports product performance differentiation and commercialization.
What Youll Do:
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Design execute analyze and report sensory testing to support consumer-relevant product claims
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Collaborate with R&D and Marketing partners to define project objectives and appropriate sensory methodologies
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Administer sensory panel activities including test material preparation assessor recruitment panel execution and data collation
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Ensure timely delivery of accurate well-documented sensory results aligned with project timelines
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Investigate and apply advanced sensory methods and statistical approaches to uncover insights and trends
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Interpret sensory consumer and technical data to support product recommendations and claims substantiation
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Participate in cross-functional project meetings to align sensory strategy with business needs
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Maintain strong organization documentation and communication throughout the testing lifecycle
What Were Looking For:
Required Qualifications
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Bachelors degree in Psychology Food Science Nutrition Sensory Science Chemistry Market Research or a related scientific discipline
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Coursework or training in sensory science statistics market research or business
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Approximately 5 years of relevant professional experience ideally with a focus on sensory testing
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Strong analytical organizational and communication skills
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Ability to partner effectively with cross-functional and external stakeholders
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Ability to read and interpret technical sensory and consumer research data
Preferred Qualifications
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Sensory science certification or formal training (e.g. university-based sensory or market research programs)
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Experience supporting consumer product claims substantiation
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Background in consumer goods food home care personal care or related industries
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Comfort working in fast-paced collaborative R&D environments
What Success Looks Like:
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Sensory studies are executed accurately efficiently and on schedule
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Data and insights are clearly communicated and actionable
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Cross-functional partners trust and rely on sensory results for decision-making
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Product claims are supported by defensible consumer-relevant evidence
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Sensory methodologies evolve to support innovation and continuous improvement
Why This Role:
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High-impact R&D role supporting well-known consumer products (client confidential)
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Opportunity to influence product development and claims strategy
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Exposure to advanced sensory methodologies and cross-functional collaboration
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Strong compensation benefits and long-term growth potential
If you are a detail-oriented sensory professional who enjoys blending science data and consumer insight to shape products people use every day we encourage you to apply.
Equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability veteran status or other protected characteristics.
Key Skills
- Laboratory Experience
- Vendor Management
- Design Controls
- C/C++
- FDA Regulations
- Intellectual Property Law
- ISO 13485
- Research Experience
- SolidWorks
- Research & Development
- Internet Of Things
- Product Development
