Sensory Scientist

About the role

Bell Flavors & Fragrances – Northbrook, IL (On-site) Are you passionate about sensory and consumer research? Bell Flavors & Fragrances is seeking a detail-oriented Sensory Scientist to join our innovative team in Northbrook, IL. In this role, you’ll lead sensory and consumer research projects, manage our Sensory Center, and play a key part in ensuring our products meet the highest standards for customers and consumers.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day sensory panel operations and scheduling at Bell’s Sensory Center, ensuring food safety and compliance
• Design and execute sensory and consumer panel studies
• Oversee descriptive analysis programs, including panelist recruitment and training
• Analyze data and communicate results to internal and external stakeholders
• Maintain compliance with safety and regulatory standards (OSHA, FDA, USDA, etc.)
• Train and direct part-time team members on SOPs and sensory protocols

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in food science or a related field (Master’s a plus)
• 5–7 years of sensory or consumer research experience, including panel leadership
• Strong statistical analysis skills for sensory methodologies
• ServeSafe Manager Certification preferred
• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
• Able to taste and smell a variety of foods; must be odor/aroma free

Skills

• Statistical Analysis
• Sensory Methodologies
• Data Analysis
• Communication
• Organization
• Problem Solving

Behaviors

• Passionate about sensory and consumer research
• Detail-oriented
• Collaborative
• Innovative
• Results-driven

Motivations

• Impactful work
• Continuous learning
• Teamwork
• Professional growth
• Positive impact on product quality

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in food science or a related field
• Master’s degree in food science or a related field (preferred)

Experience

• 5–7 years of sensory or consumer research experience

Licenses & Certifications

• ServeSafe Manager Certification

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities

Pay

$75,000 - $85,000

Schedule

Full-Time On-site