Sensory Analyst

Location: New Providence, NJ, United States At Sensory Spectrum, we help the world’s leading brands create better products by understanding how people truly experience them. We’re looking for a Sensory Analyst to support our Product Understanding team and play a hands‑on role in bringing sensory science to life through panel execution and data‑driven insights. What You’ll Do Think of this role as the “engine room” of the panel—where great sensory work gets organized, executed, and translated into meaningful insights. As a Sensory Analyst, you’ll partner closely with Panel Leaders and the broader Product Understanding team to keep everything running smoothly—from planning sessions to delivering high‑quality data. You’ll work hands‑on with a sensory panel that evaluates a wide range of food and aroma products, helping ensure evaluations are consistent, reliable, and insightful. What You Bring Strong attention to detail and accuracy Analytical thinking and problem‑solving skills Clear written and verbal communication Ability to stay organized and manage multiple tasks Initiative and willingness to learn quickly Collaborative mindset with the ability to work independently Background Bachelor’s degree (or higher) with a sensory science or related background 1–3 years of relevant experience (internships or academic experience considered) Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, Teams) Essential Functions Become versed in Spectrum Descriptive Analysis methods and learn all protocols required to support panel evaluations (taste, texture, aroma, visual, feel of consumer products). Support the Panel Leader or Project Manager in planning and execution of studies. Ensure daily operation of the panel by ensuring all materials are ready for each session (products, ballots, protocols, necessary panel supplies). Assess and update established evaluation protocols as needed. Manage data to include scheduling, data entry, proofing, and sending as appropriate. Interact with consultants and clients to ensure clear understanding of project objectives, progress, product tracking, timelines and deliverables. Support study reporting by reviewing and formatting data, working with the analysis team, and developing tables to report study‑related information. Work with other Panel Leaders in Sensory Spectrum locations to build skills and share responsibilities, including serving as a back‑up panel leader or traveling taster. Work with consultants when additional panel training is required. Maintain and shop for panel supplies. Reasonable Accommodations Statement To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily as outlined in the Company’s job description. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical Demands This position may require frequent standing and occasional squatting, kneeling, bending, lifting/carrying up to 20 lbs or pushing/pulling up to 15 lbs. #J-18808-Ljbffr Sensory Spectrum Inc