Sensory Panel Lead & Project Manager

MMR Research

Pleasantville (NJ)

On-site

USD 60,000 - 70,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

MMR Research Worldwide is seeking a full-time Sensory Panel Manager to lead our panel operations in Pleasantville, NY. The role combines panel leadership and project management, delivering sensory projects from panel sessions to report writing.

The successful candidate has 2–3 years of sensory panel leading experience, a Bachelor's degree in a related field, and IT literacy with sensory data capture software. Join a dynamic sensory team and contribute to high‑quality descriptive analyses.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (Food Science, Sensory Science, Experimental Psychology, Sociology, or related).
2–3 years of sensory panel leading experience, including descriptive analysis.
IT literate with experience of sensory data capture software.

Responsibilities

Manage the sensory panel and lead panel sessions on client projects, ensuring smooth delivery and high‑quality descriptive analysis data.
Direct the Sensory Panel Assistant to safeguard panel preparation and facilitation.
Recruit and train new panelists.
Collect and analyze panel monitoring data, providing feedback and one‑to‑one reviews to maximize data quality and engagement.
Brief and liaise with colleagues and other departments, creating documentation and materials for accurate and timely execution.
Draw up schedules and coordinate all aspects of each project.
Assist with product preparation and serving as required.
Keep clients updated on project progress and obtain sign‑off on relevant documentation.
Support report delivery, including protocols, methodologies, lexicons, inventory tracking, chart creation and interpretation.
Promote a positive and pleasant working environment for all at MMR.