Senior Specialist, R&D Insights

Job Title: Senior Specialist, R&D Insights Location: Piscataway, New Jersey, United States Travel Required: No Travel Employment Type: On-site (No Relocation Assistance Offered) Responsibilities Operational Management & Quality: Supervise and manage the expert panel and employee panel operations, ensuring adherence to test procedures, efficient time management, and maintaining the overall integrity of testing procedures for good sensory practice. Study Design and Execution: Develop comprehensive study schedules, manage recruitment and instructions for panels, and monitor overall study integrity, including quality control and accurate data analysis using statistical programs like Compusense or Red Jade. Insight Delivery and Communication: Interpret panel data for performance, report results to Category Insights Lead, and deliver succinct communication of key findings and insights with a POV on implications. Panel Sustainability and Development: Proactively manage panel membership for long-term viability, develop and train Expert Panel members, and pilot new ideas to keep panels vibrant. Agile and Autonomous Work: Operate proactively with minimal supervision, demonstrating decision-making and adjusting learning approaches or timelines as needed. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Sensory Science, Psychology, Statistics, Food Engineering/Science, UX, or a related field. Minimum 5 years of professional experience in sensory science. Preferred Qualifications Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) experience. Knowledge of Sensory Spectrum Expert Panel methodology. Understanding of basic assessment techniques related to sensory testing. Statistical competency and exposure to digital and analytic tools. Good verbal and written communication. Proficiency in Google Suite. Compensation and Benefits Salary Range: $96,800.00 - $140,000.00 USD Benefits include medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, paid parental leave, disability coverage, 401(k) retirement plan with company matching, minimum 15 vacation/PTO days (120 hours for hourly employees), 13 paid holidays, paid sick leave, discretionary bonuses, profit–sharing, and long–term incentives for executive‑level roles. Inclusion Commitment Our journey begins with our people—developing strong talent with diverse backgrounds and perspectives and fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels a true sense of belonging. We are dedicated to ensuring that each individual can be authentic, treated with respect, and empowered by leadership. Equal Opportunity Employer Colgate is an equal‑opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, marital status, veteran status (United States positions), or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable accommodation during the application process is available for persons with disabilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr