Lab Scientist – Product Innovation & Sensory

Women of the Vine & Spirits; Clermont (KY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Suntory Global Spirits (SGS) is seeking a detail-oriented scientist to join the Product Innovation and Technical Research team in Clermont, KY. You will independently execute experiments, collect data, analyze results, prepare samples, and follow SOPs under guidance from scientists and engineers.

You will support sensory activities, assist with training, manage lab operations, and collaborate with internal teams and external partners to advance new products, process improvements, and cost

Qualifications

• B.S. in Food Science or related field required; M.S. preferred.
• Experience in food/beverage industry is a plus.
• Ability to plan/execute experiments, collect and interpret data; work independently.

Responsibilities

• Execute assigned experiments using SOPs and guidance from scientists/engineers.
• Manage a dynamic workload supporting multiple scientists and engineers; track progress.
• Provide data, samples, and results; communicate findings and risks to the team.
• Support sensory lab activities and training sessions for employees/customers.
• Lead lab cleanup and maintain safe, compliant work areas.

Skills

Statistics

Product Development

Sensory Analysis

Lab Experience

Data Analysis

Education

B.S. in Food Science

M.S. in Food Science preferred

Tools

Statistical software

Lab instrumentation

Data systems

Job description

Suntory Global Spirits (SGS) is seeking a detail-oriented scientist to join the Product Innovation and Technical Research team in Clermont, KY. You will independently execute experiments, collect data, analyze results, prepare samples, and follow SOPs under guidance from scientists and engineers.

You will support sensory activities, assist with training, manage lab operations, and collaborate with internal teams and external partners to advance new products, process improvements, and cost