Sensory Panel Technologist

What you’ll be doing:

• Acting as a lead contact for sensory panel research across a range of projects
• Planning and delivering product research using internal and external trained sensory panels
• Managing sensory projects from concept to final insight, including training, data collection, analysis and reporting
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to translate data into clear, actionable recommendations
• Managing relationships with external research agencies and ensuring best practice is followed
• Ensuring compliance with [Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk]’ sensory best practices, health & safety standards and procedures
• Managing project timelines and priorities while identifying your own development needs

What we need from you:

• A passion for food and a strong understanding of sensory and consumer research
• At least 12 months’ experience in sensory or consumer research (including placement experience)
• Sound knowledge of sensory science principles and evaluation methodologies
• A confident group leader, comfortable working both independently and collaboratively
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to tell a clear story from complex data
• High numerical capability, with excellent Excel and PowerPoint skills
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities
• BSc in Food Science, Food Technology, Marketing or a related discipline
• Completion of a professional sensory course
• Experience using sensory software such as XLstat, RedJade or similar
• Full UK driving licence

What we offer you in return...?

• Competitive salary
• Up to 7.5% pension
• Life assurance
• Wide range of online and in-house training
• Access to an employee discount scheme, with access to hundreds of nationwide retailers

Ready to apply...?

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