Job Summary
We are looking for a PX (Product Experience) Associate Researcher to join our team in Egypt, within a dynamic, collaborative, and fast‑paced environment, supporting the development of products that consumers love through actionable insights.
The points on which You will make the difference- Support PX research activities and contribute to project execution alongside PX Researchers.
- Participate in project meetings, help define appropriate sensory and/or consumer methodologies, and execute studies according to internal quality standards.
- Organize and run sensory sessions (sample preparation, serving, data collection).
- Support discrimination and screening tests, including participant coordination and sample preparation.
- Assist with data cleaning, analysis, and reporting using PX templates; present results under supervision.
- Ensure proper planning and execution of sensory activities, managing priorities and solving operational challenges.
- Work closely with Technical (flavorists, designers) and Commercial teams to ensure alignment between product development and business needs.
- Participate in cross‑functional project reviews and propose sensory/consumer support where relevant.
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Sensory Science, Psychology, Food Science, or related fields.
- 1–2 years of experience in sensory, consumer, or market research (entry‑level profiles welcome).
- Strong curiosity and learning agility, with interest in consumer insights and product experience.
- Good organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
- Fluent in English (written and spoken).
- You are a proactive team player with strong collaboration skills.
- You demonstrate analytical thinking and a structured approach to problem‑solving.
- You communicate clearly and effectively with cross‑functional teams.
- You show strong ownership and reliability in executing tasks.
- You have a keen interest in sensory science, consumer behavior, and product development.
- At IFF, we bring science and creativity together to create meaningful product experiences.
- Joining our PX team means developing your expertise through hands‑on experience, coaching, and continuous learning, while contributing to innovative solutions that support our customers and delight consumers worldwide.
We are a global leader in taste, scent, and nutrition, offering our customers a broader range of natural solutions and accelerating our growth strategy. At IFF, we believe that your uniqueness unleashes our potential. We value the diverse mosaic of the ethnicity, national origin, race, age, sex, or veteran status. We strive for an inclusive workplace that allows each of our colleagues to bring their authentic self to work regardless of their religion, gender identity & expression, sexual orientation, or disability.
Visit IFF.com/careers/workplace-diversity-and-inclusion to learn more
Skills Required
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Sensory Science, Psychology, Food Science, or related fields
- 1-2 years of experience in sensory, consumer, or market research
- Fluency in English (written and spoken)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
What We Do
Meet IFF: We boldly bring together science and creativity to create what the world needs. An industry leader in food, beverage, health and biosciences, we create essential solutions – from global icons to unexpected innovations and experiences. Equal parts outspoken and analytical, our international collective of thinkers working with customers to bring scents, tastes, experiences, ingredients and solutions for products people crave. With 24,000 employees across 65 countries, more than 110 manufacturing facilities, 100 R&D centers, and 33,000 customers across the world, we’re poised to make a difference on an unprecedented scale. Without our boundary-pushing passion and end-to-end expertise, the future wouldn’t be the same. Visit us at www.iff.com to learn more about how our talented people and new technology are challenging the expected, championing creators and doing more good for people and planet. Explore what sets us apart.
