Chemoperception Scientist

Job Summary

About the role

Support development and implementation of neuroscience tools to address business needs.
Collaborate with chemists and data scientists to organize data collection and build tools for flavor creation.
Monitor progress in neuroscience and chemoperception fields, run competitive analysis, and identify gaps and opportunities.
Influence generation of business-relevant projects internally and with customers.
Screen project pipeline, manage priorities, and engage stakeholders to align on approach.

Responsibilities

• Execute or drive neuroscience and chemoperception research to generate quality data.
• Analyze data using best practices and collaborate with technical partners to extract actionable insights.
• Harvest and disseminate knowledge from internal and external sources.
• Communicate and present insights effectively to stakeholders, customers, and leadership.

Requirements

• Minimum 8 years’ experience in neuroscience or chemoperception.
• Master’s or PhD in Neuroscience, Experimental Psychology, Biology, Flavor Chemistry or related area.
• Strong knowledge of physiological and brain scanning methods (protocol design, data acquisition, analysis).
• Deep understanding of olfactory and gustatory functions and stimuli.
• Familiarity with sensory discrimination and consumer research methods.
• Strong business acumen and ability to connect science to product design.
• Excellent communication skills in English (written and verbal).
• Ability to thrive in a multicultural, diverse environment.

Qualifications

• Knowledge in quantitative sensory and consumer methodologies.
• Experience with statistical analysis programs.
• Additional language skills.

Skills

• Quantitative sensory and consumer methodologies.
• Statistical analysis programs.
• Additional language skills.

Benefits

• Professional development and learning programs.
• Global exposure and career growth opportunities.
• Competitive compensation and benefits.

Pay

$78,992 - $98,740

Schedule

On-Site