Lead Scientist - Sensory Testing

Lead Scientist - Sensory Testing

Job Description

You’re not the person who will settle for just any role.

Neither are we.

Because we’re out to create Better Care for a Better World, and that takes a certain kind of person and teams who care about making a difference.

Here, you’ll bring your professional expertise, talent, and drive to building and managing our portfolio of iconic, ground-breaking brands.

In this role, you’ll help us deliver better care for billions of people around the world.

It starts with YOU.

As a member of the Innovation Capabilities team, the Lead Scientist -  Sensory Testing will lead odor-related sensory research initiatives that guide product development and innovation.

This role focuses on applying best practices in sensory science, with an emphasis on odor testing with panelists, external vendors, and specialized equipment, to ensure data-driven decisions throughout the product lifecycle.

In this role, you will:


* Design, execute, and report sensory and consumer research studies, delivering actionable insights and recommendations.


* Conduct odor screening using trained panelists and/or analytical equipment to support product development and quality standards.


* Partner with cross-functional teams (R&D, Marketing, Consumer Insights, Operations) to integrate sensory testing throughout the stage-gate process.


* Develop and implement sensory testing plans with scientific rigor, ensuring accurate interpretation of results.


* Manage relationships with sensory and consumer testing vendors, ensuring best practices, cost control, and timely execution.


* Expand sensory capabilities by optimizing tools, standardizing methods, and introducing new or hybrid approaches.


* Translate qualitative and quantitative data into clear, actionable insights for business teams.


* Champion sensory science within the organization, fostering a sensory mindset and empathy for consumer/operator experiences.


* Support training initiatives, vendor onboarding, and capability building in areas such as descriptive analysis and discrimination testing.

About Us

Huggies®.

Kleenex®.

Cottonelle®.

Scott®.

Kotex®.

Poise®.

Depend®.

Kimberly-Clark Professional®.

You already know our legendary brands—and so does the rest of the world.

In fact, millions of people use Kimberly-Clark products every day.

We know these amazing Kimberly-Clark products wouldn’t exist without talented professionals, like you.

At Kimberly-Clark, you’ll be part of the best team committed to driving innovation, growth and impact.

We’re founded on more than 150 years of market leadership, and we’re always looking for new and better ways to perform – so there’s your open door of opportunity.

It’s all here for you at Kimberly-Clark.

Led by Purpose.

Driven by You.

About You

You perform at the highest level possible, and you appreciate a performance culture fueled by authentic caring.  You want to be pa...