Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company which provides a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries. The Group believes it is the world leader in food, environment and pharmaceutical products 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, advanced material sciences and for supporting clinical studies. In addition, Eurofins is one of the key emerging players in specialty clinical diagnostic testing in Europe and the USA.

In over just 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to over 50,000 staff across a network of more than 900 independent companies in over 50 countries and operating more than 800 laboratories. 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 specialized clinical diagnostics testing.

Position Overview:

Reporting to a Sensory Program Manager, this position is responsible for the daily management of Descriptive Analysis (DA), Degree of Difference (DOD) and shelf life panel(s) including supervision/scheduling of panelists, leading panel training and project-specific evaluations, helping with sample preparation when needed, etc.

Success in this role will be determined by the associate’s scientific expertise, detailed orientation, and ability to work with others as a team.

Detailed Responsibilities:

The following is a list of job responsibilities; this list is not exhaustive. Additional tasks may be available as business needs dictate.

• Daily management of sensory panel(s) including panel leadership, panel training, panel monitoring and panel motivation

• Support special requests/projects per client

• Assist in sample preparation and execution of studies as needed

• Comply with appropriate SOPs and methods, and established policies and procedures

• Work as a team with all staff to accomplish position and business objectives

• Interface effectively with clients, consumers, consultants, service providers, and temporary workers

• Ensure that all safety guidelines and procedures are followed as safety of our employees is a primary responsibility

• Other duties may be assigned as dictated by business necessity

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Food Science or Sensory Science preferred

• Minimum of 1 year(s) of experience in sensory setting is required

• Experience in Descriptive Analysis including full profiles, panelist motivational issues, panelist training, panel monitoring, etc. is required

• Willing to undergo sensory acuity screening

• Willing to participate in product tastings/cutting as necessary of a wide range of product types.

• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate details (both verbal and written) to the client in a professional manner

• Willing and able to work flexible hours, including some evenings if needed

• Willing to follow all lab Good Manufacturing Practices

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel & Outlook is required

Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

Required Licenses or Certificates:

Valid Driver’s License and Proof of Insurance

Position is Full-Time, Monday-Friday, first shift, with additional hours, as needed. Candidates currently living in a commutable distance to Plymouth, MN are encouraged to apply.

What we Offer:

• Excellent full time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options

• Life and disability insurance

• 401(k) with company match

• Paid vacation and holidays

Eurofins is a M/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.

Eurofins is a M/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.