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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Sensory Panel Leader - Contract Role - **Company:** MMR Research - **Location:** Warren, NJ, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $70,000.0 - $90,000.0 - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Data Analysis, Computer Literacy - **Published:** September 22, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=f21702e21e329374 ## About the Role * A Bachelor's degree, ideally in a relevant field, such as Food Science, Sensory Science, Experimental Psychology and Sociology. * A real passion for working in sensory research. * Logically and analytically minded. * Natural passion for seeking out the most effective and efficient ways of working and being prepared to speak up about your ideas. * Great attention to detail - should be able to check own work and others' work for inconsistencies and take the necessary action to rectify any errors/problems. * Strong in both team and independant work. * A self-starter and strong in self-management, adapting to changing needs whilst keeping stakeholders informed. * Interpersonal and communication skills. * An aptitude for food preparation with limited supervision needed. * A level of computer literacy. Training on software will be provided. * Able to be on your feet for prolonged periods of time and able to lift up to 20lb when required. ## Description MMR Research Worldwide has big plans for our US operation, and we're looking for a proactive and ambitious individual to join one of MMR's client managed panels as a Sensory Panel Leader., You will work collaboratively with one other Sensory Panel Leader on-site to help manage the sensory panels and clients, as well as recruit and train new panelists., * Manage the sensory panel and lead panel sessions on clients' projects, to ensure smooth delivery of sensory research and consistently deliver high-quality descriptive analysis data. * Occasionally cover two sensory panels when the other team member is unavailable. * Research, source, prepare, and manage products and sensory references for sensory panel sessions, to ensure that products are evaluated according to strict protocols. * Ensure that all activities carried out comply with basic food hygiene standards in order to work safely within the laboratory. Basic food hygiene training will be provided. * Assist clients with sensory project management, ensuring appropriate resourcing and equipment, brainstorming on research design, and creating project schedules, to ensure that high quality results are delivered in a timely manner to clients. * Work directly with clients on a regular basis so they are kept up to date with project progress, and receive and understand lexicons and initial results whenever appropriate. * Run recruitment screening sessions and helping train new panelists to the required standards. * Program and run sensory software (Compusense) for sensory project data collection - training will be provided. * Analyze and monitor panel performance data on each project and providing relevant feedback and one-to-one reviews with sensory panelists in order to maximize data quality, and panel engagement and motivation. * Promote a positive and pleasant working environment for everyone at all times! ## Related Videos - [Tackling the Risks of AI - With AI](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1690-tackling-the-risks-of-ai-with-ai) - [Data Science in Retail](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/586-data-science-in-retail) - [Designing How Work Feels: The Science Behind Sanofi’s Workplace Experience](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1848-designing-how-work-feels-the-science-behind-sanofi-s-workplace-experience) - [Neuroinclusion: The Future of Work Starts in Your Meeting Room](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1804-neuroinclusion-the-future-of-work-starts-in-your-meeting-room) - [Data Science on Software Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/162-data-science-on-software-data) - [Decode Your People: Using PCM to Build High-Performance Teams](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100194-decode-your-people-using-pcm-to-build-high-performance-teams) ## Related Articles - [Data Analyst Salary in the UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/278-data-analyst-salary-in-the-uk) - [Data Analyst Salary Germany](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/277-data-analyst-salary-germany) - [UK Business Culture and Etiquette](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/326-uk-business-culture-and-etiquette) - [Starter Kit For Job Applications For Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/7-starter-kit-for-job-applications-for-developers) - [Best Paying Remote Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/255-best-paying-remote-jobs) - [Mastering Remote Work: Tips for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/558-mastering-remote-work-tips-for-developers)