Senior Sensory Scientist — Lead Innovation & Quality

Tyson Foods; Springdale (AR); Vor Ort; USD 90.000 - 130.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Paid time off

401(k) plans

Health, life, dental, vision and Rx

and more

Zusammenfassung

Tyson Foods in Springdale, Arkansas is seeking a Senior Sensory Scientist I to lead the sensory learning agenda for strategic and tactical initiatives across brands. You will partner with R&D, Marketing and Consumer Insights to translate consumer expectations into actionable product guidance and to drive continuous improvement in sensory performance.

You will balance hybrid research approaches, manage the sensory budget, mentor junior team members, and build strong cross-functional partnerships

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree in sensory or related field; MS/PhD preferred.
• Industry experience in food/meat science is required or highly desirable.
• Experience levels: BS 6+ yrs; MS 4+ yrs; PhD 2+ yrs.

Aufgaben

• Lead sensory learning agenda for strategic and tactical initiatives; advise on long-term business impact.
• Balance hybrid research approaches with deep sensory knowledge to deliver actionable guidance.
• Translate consumer expectations to aid in product development and technology assessment.
• Interact with leadership, sharing insights on product-related challenges.
• Manage the sensory budget and prioritize strategic needs with support from management.
• Develop and maintain cross-functional partnerships with Product Development, Consumer Insights, Marketing, Culinary, Packaging, Quality and External Research Vendors.
• Mentor junior team members and support personal development.
• Stay current on new research techniques and apply them to Tyson projects as appropriate.

Ausbildung

Bachelor's Degree in Sensory, Food Science, Psychology or related field

MS/PhD preferred

Jobbeschreibung

Tyson Foods in Springdale, Arkansas is seeking a Senior Sensory Scientist I to lead the sensory learning agenda for strategic and tactical initiatives across brands. You will partner with R&D, Marketing and Consumer Insights to translate consumer expectations into actionable product guidance and to drive continuous improvement in sensory performance.

You will balance hybrid research approaches, manage the sensory budget, mentor junior team members, and build strong cross-functional partnerships