Hiring: Senior Specialist, Sensory Panel Insights Company: Colgate-Palmolive Location: Piscataway, NJ Job Posted Time: 2026-09-16 12:03:25 Target Skills & Keywords : Python, R About the job Experience: •4 years of experience in sensory science. OR 2 years of sensory science experience with a relevant Master's Degree Required Skills: •Support sensory and consumer research programs, ensuring the effective implementation of methodologies for product evaluations in personal and home care categories. •Assist in designing research frameworks and methodologies, interpret results, and analyze data. Drive innovation by exploring and assessing the feasibility of new methodologies. •Write comprehensive reports on assigned projects, presenting findings and actionable insights to support product development and enhancement. •Manage logistics and supplier interactions, guaranteeing timely and quality-assured deliveries of services. Ensure accurate and timely supplier payments in line with company standards. •Coordinate and execute employee and sensory evaluations with designated panelists or employee/consumer databases to support product development efforts. •Oversee the administration and logistics of multiple panel databases, manage external suppliers and facilities, and maintain strong stakeholder relationships. •Identify and integrate new sensory and consumer research methodologies to better support R&D initiatives. Suggest and implement process enhancements regarding sensory and employee protocols. Qualifications: •Bachelor’s degree in Sensory Science, Psychology, Statistics, Food Engineering/Science, Marketing Research, or related fields. •In-depth knowledge of employee/consumer testing fundamentals, specifically focusing on implementation. •Proficiency in Google Suite (Sheets, Docs, and Slides). •Preferable knowledge of statistics and data entry systems such as Minitab, SPSS, SAS, Compusense, or Red Jade. Compensation: •$96,800 - $140,000 / year •Competitive benefits and rewards package •Salaried employees may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, profit-sharing, and long-term incentives for Executive-level roles Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!