Sensory Technologist

Kerry; Clark (NJ); On-site; USD 48,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Employee Share Plan

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Kerry is seeking a highly organized Sensory Technologist to coordinate and execute sensory and consumer research activities supporting innovative taste and food solutions. You will blend laboratory operations, sensory testing logistics, data management, and panel coordination to deliver insights for RD&A teams.

The ideal candidate will manage sample preparation, panel recruitment, and testing workflows while maintaining SOPs and data quality in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline related to food, psychology, chemistry, or biology.
• Experience in a laboratory setting, preferably sensory science or consumer research.
• Experience following protocols and maintaining accurate records.
• Experience managing multiple projects and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and schedule sensory and consumer tests.
• Recruit, schedule, and manage sensory panelists.
• Program tests in Compusense and maintain project records.
• Prepare, label, and serve samples following procedures.
• Maintain laboratory inventory, supplies, and SOPs.
• Assist with data organization, basic analysis, and report preparation.
• Organize and summarize sensory and consumer data.
• Support interpretation of test results under supervision.

Skills

Laboratory experience

Project management

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

B.S. in Food Science or related

Tools

Compusense

Job description

Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Every day we partner with customers to create healthier, tastier and more sustainable products that are consumed by billions of people across the world. Our vision is to be our customers' most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition. A career with Kerry offers you an opportunity to shape the future of food while providing you opportunities to explore and grow in a truly global environment.

About the role

The Sensory Technologist is responsible for coordinating and executing a wide variety of sensory and consumer research activities that support the development of innovative taste and food solutions. This role combines laboratory operations, sensory testing logistics, data management, and panel coordination to ensure the successful delivery of sensory insights to Research, Development & Applications (RD&A) teams.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in both a laboratory and office environment. This individual will play a key role in planning sensory studies, preparing and serving samples, maintaining sensory laboratory operations, and supporting data analysis and reporting.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate and schedule sensory and consumer tests.
• Procure, track, ship, and organize samples for testing.
• Recruit, schedule, and manage sensory panelists.
• Program tests in Compusense and maintain project records.
• Prepare, label, and serve samples following laboratory procedures.
• Maintain laboratory inventory, supplies, and SOPs.
• Assist with data organization, basic analysis, and report preparation.
• Support sensory lab improvements and new testing methodologies.
• Receive and ship samples between locations.
• Perform routine lab cleaning and maintenance.
• Organize and summarize sensory and consumer data.
• Assist in preparing reports, presentations, and project summaries.
• Populate reports with methodology details and sample information.
• Support interpretation of test results under manager guidance.

Qualifications and skills

• Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Psychology, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biology, or a related scientific discipline.
• Experience working in a laboratory environment, preferably in sensory science, food research, consumer research, medical research, or a related field.
• Experience following protocols and maintaining accurate records.
• Experience managing multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.

The pay range for this position is $47,900 - $78,750 in Annual Salary. Kerry typically does not hire an individual at the top or near the top of the range, as we are a pay-for-performance company, and this range is set to continue to reward performance annually while in role. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The specific compensation offered to a candidate within the above range may be influenced by a variety of factors including skills, qualifications, experience, and internal equity. This job posting is anticipated to expire on January 30th , 2026.

Kerry offers a competitive benefits package,

• medical
• dental
• vision
• paid time off
• a 401(k) plan with employee and company contribution opportunities
• Employee Share Plan
• Life
• disability
• accident insurance
• tuition reimbursement

Kerry is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. Kerry will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen. Additional information can be found at: Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (dol.gov).

Beware of scams online or from individuals claiming to represent us. A Kerry employee will not solicit candidates through a non-Kerry email address or phone number. In addition, Kerry does not currently utilise video chat rooms (e.g., Google Hangouts) to conduct interviews. Refuse any request that asks you to provide payment to participate in the hiring process (e.g., purchasing a “starter kit,” investing in training, or something similar). Kerry will not ask you to pay any money at any point in the hiring process with the exception of reimbursable travel expenses. In addition, any payments made by Kerry will be from official firm accounts bearing the Kerry name.