The Greek leading Biscuits & Bakery company Ε.J. PAPADOPOULOS S.A.  is seeking to employ a talented, driven & committed:

Research & Development Sensory Technologist
 to join the R&D team in Athens

The role: 

The candidate will be part of the R&D Sensory team, reporting to R&D Sensory & Pilot Manager, participating in all the activities related to sensory tests, panel management, data analysis, and presentation of sensory results that help to guide R&D project teams and other internal collaborators.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and execute sensory evaluation studies
• Prepare samples according to standardized protocols
• Coordinate and support sensory panels during testing sessions
• Perform statistical analysis using statistical software
• Generate concise, informative reports and/or verbally present complex technical information to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Maintain sensory lab organization, materials and documentation.
• Develop and optimize sensory testing methodologies and protocols
• Train and manage sensory panels
• Product development and sample preparation for panel training
• Collaborate cross- functionally with R&D, Marketing, and Quality teams
• Staying current with literature and information about sensory evaluation
• Stay up to date with industry trends and innovations in sensory science

Qualifications:

• Preferably 1-4 years of experience, in sensory evaluation preferably in a food company
• Bachelor’s degree in food science or a related field
• Master’s degree in Sensory Science or a related discipline (preferred)
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience of Sensory and Consumer testing methodologies including descriptive analysis- panel moderating- discrimination testing- consumer research- questionnaire design- data analysis and interpretation.
• Developed soft skills required for effective data, analysis, presentation and business influence based on results
• Proficiency in statistical tools (e.g. XLSTAT)
• Fluent in English
• Time management and organizational skills
• Able to multitask- work alone and in a team
• Solid verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills 
• Self-discipline, ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• High degree of personal and professional ethics and integrity