Sensory Panel Assistant

Mmr Research; Brentford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading sensory research firm in Brentford seeks a Sensory Panel Assistant to manage and support dedicated sensory panels. The role involves coordinating logistics, preparing samples, and ensuring hygiene compliance. Applicants should demonstrate strong communication skills and detail orientation and can benefit from a vibrant culture with competitive salaries and training. The position promises growth in a dynamic environment, working closely under the Sensory Panel Manager.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous holiday allowances

Market-leading training opportunities

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally.
• Demonstrate self-management and flexibility, coping with changing priorities.
• Strong attention to detail when carrying out sample procurement and data collection.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Sensory Panel Manager in all aspects of running Sensory Panels.
• Prepare samples and materials for panel training and profiling.
• Research, source, and manage products.

Skills

Clear communication

Self-management

Attention to detail

Proactive

Microsoft Office competence

Lab/food service experience

Job description

Sensory Panel Assistant

Department: Sensory

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Brentford (UK)

Reporting To: Olivia Miller

Description

Are you interested in working in sensory research with one of the world's top FMCG companies? Then join MMR as a Sensory Panel Assistant!

This is an exciting role where the Sensory Panel Assistant will have prime responsibility for supporting the management of one of MMR’s client dedicated panels.

Location: Greater London

Hours: 08:30am-17:00pm

Key Responsibilities

• 👥 Assist the Sensory Panel Manager in all aspects of the running of the two Sensory Panels.
• 🌡 Prepare samples and materials for panel training and profiling.
• 📦 Research, source and manage products.
• 👨💻 Prepare panel profiling sessions using data acquisition software (on the job training will be provided).
• 🚿 Ensure the Sensory Panel working area is prepared appropriately for each session and cleared/cleaned after.
• 📋 Ensure that all activities comply with basic food hygiene and health and safety standards.
• 💻 Assist in administrative duties (e.g. timesheets, scheduling, project and product logs in the lab notebook, updating the panel with logistic information, database).
• 🤝 Assist the Sensory Manager with other tasks as required and always promote a pleasant working environment for all!

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally.
• Demonstrate self-management and flexibility, coping with changing priorities.
• Strong attention to detail when carrying out sample procurement, preparation and storage, document preparation and data collection.
• Proactive and hands on, demonstrating initiative and working well with others.
• Competent using Microsoft Office.
• Lab/food service experience is desirable.

A bit about us and our benefits!

We’re MMR Research Worldwide – the global sensory and consumer research experts behind many of the world’s biggest brands in food, drink, personal and household care. From bold new flavours to breakthrough product experiences, we help turn great ideas into products people truly love.

With teams across the UK, US, Asia and Africa, we blend science, creativity and curiosity to shape the future of everyday products. Join us and you’ll be part of a fast-growing, innovative company where your ideas matter and your career can thrive.

It’s our people that make all of this possible.

We are proud of our collaborative culture which is driven by strong leadership and offers industry-leading training and growth opportunities.

At MMR, we're committed to ensuring the happiness and well-being of each employee, regardless of where they are in the world! We offer a wide range of core and additional benefits. Competitive salaries, generous holiday allowances, and market-leading training opportunities are standard here. Our vibrant culture, talented team, and focus on employee wellbeing is what makes MMR so special.