Associate Scientist

Job Overview The Associate Sensory Scientist will use his/her knowledge of sensory science to deliver research for innovation and renovation initiatives, as well as participate in the development of sensory and consumer capabilities. The individual will interact extensively with Product Development, Marketing, Sales, Quality, Regulatory, Engineering, Manufacturing Operations, and External Customers to deliver business objectives.

The Associate Sensory Scientist will be responsible for leading an internal descriptive panel and independently analyzing the data and presenting findings to various audiences The Associate Sensory Scientist will support to design the research plan, determine appropriate sensory and consumer research methodologies, coordinate tests, analyze and interpret experimental data and provide technical recommendations, reporting results orally and in written documentation in a timely manner. He/she will ensure products are well optimized and deliver on the targeted key parameters. Position Accountabilities Lead an internal Descriptive Analysis panel - This includes all aspects of panel management including but not limited to descriptive language development, training, calibrating panel members, providing instructive feedback to the panel in general and to individuals, analyzing data, and presenting results to cross functional team

With support from team, delivers sensory research within R&D, meeting business objectives, driving standards, consistency and ensuring excellence in research. Provides feedback to appropriate cross functional team members and customers; reports findings and communicates next steps to team members with manager supervision.

Actively participates in project team meetings as required and ensures delivery of commitments and project milestones. Independently deliver sensory experiments/tasks. Creates research plans to fit overall business priorities and objectives, applies design of experiments to sensory tests, and interprets statistical analysis of the results of sensory test with manager or mentor's guidance.Generates high quality, robust, compliant data, and reports.

Supports improvement of standardized sensory practices, protocols, and processes across various functions of the organization. Performs comprehensive, sophisticated, and critical evaluation of own data and data from other scientists. Works closely with other Sensory Scientists and works effectively with various functions of R&D (Ingredients, Nutrition, Regulatory, Flavor Technology, Chemistry, Process Engineering, and Technical Services)Manages projects within a cross-functional team consisting of members across various departments of KDP (R&D, Marketing, Supply Chain, Sales)Communicates clearly and concisely to audiences with a wide range of understanding of Sensory Science.Be able to effectively prioritize work and manage through complexity and ambiguity

Demonstrate flexibility and resilience in adapting to changing business needs and priorities

Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and strengthen our culture of inclusionA successful candidate will exhibit a passion for innovation

Ensure high performance results of your team by:Fostering a culture of trust and wellbeing that prioritizes the team and values employee contributions

Driving a shared vision with clear goals and accountability, supported by regular conversations to maximize talent

Embracing diverse perspectives to foster innovation, learning from both successes and failures

Establishing a safe environment where team members are motivated, heard, and aligned with clear expectations