Sensory Scientist - Dallas Texas

Company: CPS, Inc. (Food & Beverage Division)
Location: Dallas, Texas
Posted On: 05/10/2024

Sensory ScientistThis wonderful research forward, market leading billion-dollar dairy company is looking to add an ambitious Sensory Scientist to their team. Reporting into the Manager of R&D & Sensory, you will be the go-to across the company for Sensory as well as have 2 Jr. Scientists to mentor.They offer a no-deductible, $0 premium option for employee health coverage
due to this wonderful benefit, they are a nicotine free company.Responsibilities:Collaborate with cross-functional teams on complex projects & recommend appropriate sensory testing to support projects based on the company s objectivesParticipate in cross-functional product and ingredient development projects and guide activities on improving sensory aspects of products / ingredientsSchedule, design & execute sensory tests, including panelist recruitment, survey software programming, sample prep, serving, & clean upStatistically analyze & report sensory data, drawing meaningful conclusions, & recommendations for product optimizationDevelop methodologies that allow correlating sensory and analytical results to guide product and ingredient developmentCreate and maintain ingredient / product sensory lexiconsTrain & monitor performance of panelistsDevelop quality sensory protocolsStay updated on industry trends & emerging technologies related to sensory science, flavor chemistry, & contribute to innovation in product developmentTechnical Qualifications:Master s PhD preferred in Sensory, Food Science or technical / related fieldM.S. 5+ years of food industry experience in a sensory rolePhD fresh graduates welcome if you have the extensive experience through your degreeStrong fundamental knowledge of sensory principles, test design, execution & analysesBackground in descriptive sensory with discrimination testing, consumer insight testing, and shelf-life testingCompetence in one or more of the following: XL Stat, JMP, R, or similar CompuSense softwareExcellent interpersonal skills, ability to workDetail oriented with the ability to prioritize & manage multiple projects simultaneously**If you d like to hear more about this opportunity and others we are currently working on, please contact Kristen Gawrys at kgawrys cps4jobs.com.JO: 128.24KG#LI-KG1 More...

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