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Eurofins

Aug 1

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid & Senior Level
  • Cork

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a Sensory-related study program
  • Deep knowledge of sensory approach and statistics applied to sensory
  • Strong organizational and project management skills
  • Confident communicator in English, both spoken and written
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and sensory software
  • Ability to work in a cross-functional and intercultural environment with multiple stakeholders
  • Open-minded, easy to connect and creative mindset
  • Analytical skills and attention to detail
  • Ability to adapt to changes in real-time and meet timelines
  • Agile mindset and problem-solving attitude

Responsibilities

  • Physical preparation: preparing samples, references, solutions etc
  • Training preparation: programming EyeQuestion tests
  • Creating panel lexicons and training sheets
  • Planning training and rating sessions, including validation before sessions
  • Ordering references for panel and other supplies e.g. internal incentives if needed
  • Keeping inventories of stock (store room, fridge, freezer, etc)
  • Prepping for & running internal and external screening interviews and preparing results
  • Running extra sessions for new panellists
  • Sending internal test invites
  • Monitoring internal panel attendance and processing vouchers
  • Leading expert panel sessions
  • Ensuring that the lab is clean and tidy
  • Keeping panel manager informed of panel session progress
  • Writing reports for discrimination tests
  • Data analysis and writing descriptive test reports
  • Monitoring panel performance and preparing ring test results
  • Leading panel sessions in the absence of the panel leader
  • Ensuring maintenance of PepsiCo ISO standards with maintenance of daily records, creating calibrations, ensuring stocks of calibrations, etc.
  • For non-routine projects (PQB for example): leading training, test, reviewing panel performance and reporting

FAQs

What is the role of a Sensory Panel Leader?

The Sensory Panel Leader is responsible for overseeing sensory sessions, including sample preparation, training panelists, running tests, data analysis, and ensuring the lab is well-maintained.

What qualifications are required for this position?

Candidates should have a Bachelor's or Master's degree in a sensory-related study program, deep knowledge of sensory approaches and statistics, and strong organizational and project management skills.

Is experience in sensory science necessary?

Yes, a deep understanding of sensory science and its methodologies is essential for this role.

What skills are essential for a Sensory Panel Leader?

Essential skills include strong communication in English, proficiency with Microsoft Office and sensory software, analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work cross-functionally in a diverse environment.

What kind of work environment can I expect?

You can expect a collaborative and cross-cultural environment, working with a diverse team of sensory scientists, food technologists, and other professionals committed to sensory and consumer research.

Are there opportunities for professional development?

Yes, the company supports career development and provides opportunities to grow and advance within the industry.

How does the company maintain ISO standards in their processes?

The Sensory Panel Leader is responsible for ensuring maintenance of PepsiCo ISO standards, which includes maintaining daily records, creating calibrations, and ensuring proper stock of calibrations.

What tools or software are used in this role?

Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and sensory software, specifically EyeQuestion for programming tests, is necessary for this position.

Will I be leading sessions on my own?

Yes, part of the role involves leading expert panel sessions, especially in the absence of the panel leader.

Is teamwork important in this position?

Yes, the ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional and intercultural environment with multiple stakeholders is crucial for success in this role.

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Eurofins

Testing for Life

Technology
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1987
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and the environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins works with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate. Eurofins is a global leader in food, environmental, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in agroscience CRO services. It is also one of the global independent market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, CDMO, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies. In over just 35 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to over 61,000 staff across a network of independent companies in 61 countries, operating ca. 900 laboratories. Performing over 450 million tests every year, Eurofins offers a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products, as well as providing innovative clinical diagnostic testing services, as one of the leading global emerging players in specialised clinical diagnostics testing. Ever since its IPO on the French stock exchange in 1997, Eurofins has been one of the fastest growing listed European companies. In 2022, Eurofins recorded revenues of €6,712 million.

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