Henkel · 1 day ago
Senior Scientist - Sensory Testing and Claim Substantiation
Trumbull, CT
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$90K/yr - $100K/yr
5+ years expHenkel is a company shaping the future through innovation and sustainability. The Senior Scientist will be responsible for defining and delivering sensory testing and analysis to substantiate consumer product claims, collaborating with R&D and Marketing teams to ensure effective project execution.
BeautyCleaning ProductsConsumerFast-Moving Consumer GoodsPersonal Care and Hygiene
Responsibilities
In this core R&D function, you be responsible for defining and delivering robust sensory testing, analysis, interpretation and reporting of results that provide the substantiation/defense of consumer relevant product claims in a timely manner as a part of the Henkel’s Laundry and Home Care Business
Collaborate with project R&D & Marketing team members to ensure smooth work flow and open lines of communication
Efficiently administer the activities related to sensory panels execution, working closely with panel coordinator to ensure smooth execution and panel administration, preparation of test materials, recruitment and management of assessors, test reporting and collation of information, respecting deadlines
Design and investigate new methods, advanced sensory methods, and/or novel statistical approaches to draw out relevant insights and data trends
Participating in recurring project meetings and working with cross-functional team members to define project objectives, identify appropriate type of sensory support needed, and designing test protocols
Qualification
Required
BS in Psychology, Food Science, Nutrition, Sensory Science, Chemistry, Marketing/Market Research, or related scientific discipline
Completed course work in Sensory, Statistics, Market Research or Business, and/or completion of certificate programs (i.e. UCDavis Sensory Certification, University of Georgia Market Research Certification)
Ideally 5 years of relevant work experience, ideally focusing on sensory
Strong organization, time management, attention to detail and oral and written communication skills
Ability to effectively partner with team, cross functional and external counterparts
Ability to understand technical literature, sensory, consumer, and clinical test data and integrate as supporting claim evidence or in support of formula recommendations
Benefits
Health Insurance: affordable plans for medical, dental, vision and wellbeing starting on day 1
Work-Life Balance: Paid time off including sick, vacation, holiday and volunteer time, flexible & hybrid work policies (depending on role), and vacation buy / sell program
Financial: 401k matching, employee share plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares, annual performance bonus, service awards and student loan reimbursement
Family Support: 12-week gender neutral parental leave (up to 20 weeks for parents giving birth), fertility support, adoption & surrogacy reimbursement, discounted child and elderly care, and scholarships
Career Growth: diverse national and international growth opportunities, access to thousands of skills development courses, and tuition reimbursement
Company
Henkel
Henkel leads with innovations, brands, and technologies to create sustainable value.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
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Leadership Team
Carsten Knobel
Chief Executive Officer
Chelly Cruz
Digital Marketing Specialist
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