sensory scientist senior, Sensory & Product Insights (Hybrid - U.S.)
About the position Now Brewing - Sensory Scientist, Sr! From the beginning, Starbucks set out to be a different kind of company. One that not only celebrated coffee and the rich tradition, but that also brought a feeling of connection. We are known for developing extraordinary leaders who share this passion and are guided by their service to others. Sensory Scientist Sr will drive complex, cross-functional sensory research projects, leading multiple efforts simultaneously, often globally distributed teams. Will work autonomously and appropriately apply knowledge, processes, skills, tools and techniques to research projects in order to meet project and program objectives. Will also influence and advance project management methodologies at Starbucks. Responsibilities • Explore and design new research methodologies that accurately and efficiently align to the Starbucks business objectives, functional area and/or company goals and strategies. • Ensure and influence the timing, scope and resources assigned to each project is aligned with the business unit's leaders and company's goals. • Explore the development of new and existing testing methodologies and tools to support Starbucks product portfolio needs. Requirements • Education B.S. Sensory evaluation or product development experience in food/beverage, or behavior/psychology, preferred. • Skilled in designing experiments and analyzing data using statistical software - 3 years. • Experience in specific field or utilizing designated skills Sensory training and test execution for a food or beverage company including focus group and other qualitative testing - 5 years. Benefits • Access to medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, and other voluntary insurance benefits. • Access to short-term and long-term disability. • Paid parental leave. • Family expansion reimbursement. • Paid vacation from date of hire. • Sick time (accrued at 1 hour for every 25 hours worked). • Eight paid holidays and two personal days per year. • Participation in a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match. • Discounted company stock program (S.I.P.). • Starbucks equity program (Bean Stock). • Incentivized emergency savings and financial well-being tools. • 100% upfront tuition coverage for a first-time bachelor's degree through Arizona State University's online program via the Starbucks College Achievement Plan. • Student loan management resources and access to other educational opportunities. • Access to backup care and DACA reimbursement. Apply tot his job