R&D Sensory Technologist

R&D & Sensory Technologist Location: Northamptonshire Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time Are you an experienced Food Technologist or R&D Technologist looking for a role where you can take real ownership of product development projects? We're working with an established food manufacturing business looking to add an R&D & Sensory Technologist to its development team. This is a varied, hands-on position combining product development, formulation, technical projects and sensory, with the opportunity to work on projects from initial concept right through to launch. The Role You'll be involved in: * Managing product development projects from concept through to launch * Developing and improving products and ingredient solutions * Working with a range of raw materials and functional ingredients * Planning and carrying out product trials * Conducting analytical and product testing * Supporting and developing sensory evaluation activities * Analysing results and communicating findings to the wider business * Working closely with technical, commercial and purchasing teams * Maintaining accurate development and project documentation * Supporting customer-led development projects and presentations * Managing multiple projects and priorities What We're Looking For Ideally, you'll have: * A degree or equivalent qualification in Food Science, Food Technology or a related subject * Experience within R&D, NPD or food product development * A good understanding of food ingredients and formulation * Knowledge or experience of sensory analysis * Experience supporting or managing development projects * Strong communication and organisational skills * A proactive approach with the confidence to take ownership of your work Experience within an ingredients or food manufacturing environment would be particularly beneficial, although we're open to candidates from a broader food development background. This could suit someone currently working as an R&D Technologist, NPD Technologist, Development Technologist, Food Technologist, Product Development Technologist or Sensory Technologist. If you're interested in hearing more, apply today or get in touch for a confidential conversation