Sensory Research Associate I – Panel Lead

IFF Inc.; Union Beach (NJ); On-site; USD 53,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

IFF Inc. is seeking a sensory and consumer research professional based in New Jersey.

The role involves leading descriptive sensory panels, coordinating with Creation & Design and PX Researchers, and ensuring sample readiness and testing protocols across multiple projects. Ideal candidates have a background in sensory evaluation, data analysis, and panel recruitment, with strong organizational and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related scientific discipline is required.
• 1-3 years of lab or sensory-related experience preferred.
• Knowledge of sensory evaluation methodologies is essential.
• Experience with sensory data collection tools like EyeQuestion/Compusense is advantageous.
• Strong MS Office (Excel/Word) skills and data quality focus.

Responsibilities

• Lead descriptive sensory and consumer panels, including recruitment and scheduling.
• Plan, organize and oversee sensory panel activities across multiple projects.
• Evaluate samples, review ballots, and align testing objectives with project goals.
• Analyze sensory data, generate reports, and maintain study documentation.
• Coordinate consumer studies with vendors and internal stakeholders.
• Coach and coordinate the Panel Assistant and support knowledge sharing.

Skills

Sensory evaluation

Data analysis

Panel recruitment

Project management

MS Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Biology or Psychology

Tools

EyeQuestion

Compusense

Job description

IFF Inc. is seeking a sensory and consumer research professional based in New Jersey.

The role involves leading descriptive sensory panels, coordinating with Creation & Design and PX Researchers, and ensuring sample readiness and testing protocols across multiple projects. Ideal candidates have a background in sensory evaluation, data analysis, and panel recruitment, with strong organizational and communication skills.