research & development sensory technologist

The Greek leading Biscuits & Bakery company Ε.J. PAPADOPOULOS S.A.  is seeking to employ a talented, driven & committed:

Research & Development Sensory Technologist
 to join the R&D team in Athens

The role: 

The candidate will be part of the R&D Sensory team, reporting to R&D Sensory & Pilot Manager, participating in all the activities related to sensory tests, panel management, data analysis, and presentation of sensory results that help to guide R&D project teams and other internal collaborators.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and execute sensory evaluation studies

• Prepare samples according to standardized protocols

• Coordinate and support sensory panels during testing sessions

• Perform statistical analysis using statistical software

• Generate concise, informative reports and/or verbally present complex technical information to technical and non-technical audiences.

• Maintain sensory lab organization, materials and documentation.

• Develop and optimize sensory testing methodologies and protocols

• Train and manage sensory panels

• Product development and sample preparation for panel training

• Collaborate cross- functionally with R&D, Marketing, and Quality teams

• Staying current with literature and information about sensory evaluation

• Stay up to date with industry trends and innovations in sensory science

Qualifications:

• Preferably 1-4 years of experience, in sensory evaluation preferably in a food company

• Bachelor’s degree in food science or a related field

• Master’s degree in Sensory Science or a related discipline (preferred)

• Demonstrated knowledge and experience of Sensory and Consumer testing methodologies including descriptive analysis- panel moderating- discrimination testing- consumer research- questionnaire design- data analysis and interpretation.

• Developed soft skills required for effective data, analysis, presentation and business influence based on results

• Proficiency in statistical tools (e.g. XLSTAT)

• Fluent in English

• Time management and organizational skills

• Able to multitask- work alone and in a team

• Solid verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills 

• Self-discipline, ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

• High degree of personal and professional ethics and integrity