Global Flavour Sensory Scientist

ValJob; Vevey; Remote; CHF 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

ValJob is seeking a Sensory Specialist to join a team focused on flavour development and evaluation. You will work in an international environment, collaborating with experts across R&D, Product Development, Sales and Regulatory Affairs to select and evaluate flavour profiles.

The role requires a technical background in flavours or related fields, strong sensory abilities, and excellent English communication. Both junior and experienced profiles are welcome.

Qualifications

• Technical or scientific background in flavours, food science, chemistry or sensory science.
• Strong sensory abilities to recognise and describe flavour profiles objectively.
• Fluency in English (C1/C2) is essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare samples and organise structured sensory evaluation sessions.
• Evaluate and describe flavour profiles based on intensity, balance, sweetness, mouthfeel, persistence and aftertaste.
• Compare flavour solutions and select profiles for briefs; provide conclusions and actionable recommendations.
• Contribute to development and enrichment of a flavour library; analyse market products and trends.
• Collaborate daily with R&D, Product Development, Sales and Regulatory Affairs.

Skills

Sensory evaluation

Flavour profiling

Analytical skills

Communication

Team player

English (Fluent)

Education

Background in flavours/food science/chemistry

Job description

ValJob is seeking a Sensory Specialist to join a team focused on flavour development and evaluation. You will work in an international environment, collaborating with experts across R&D, Product Development, Sales and Regulatory Affairs to select and evaluate flavour profiles.

The role requires a technical background in flavours or related fields, strong sensory abilities, and excellent English communication. Both junior and experienced profiles are welcome.