Principal Scientist, R&D – Consumer Experience Packaging Research SME
Core
Technical authority and methodologist for consumer experience (CX) research across product and packaging portfolios, architecting learning strategies from exploration to launch readiness.
Role type
Principal Scientist, R&D – Consumer Experience Packaging Research SME
Builds
End-to-end CX learning plans (qualitative + quantitative) and decision-ready synthesis for product and packaging innovation.
Domain
Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) / Food & Beverage / Consumer Research
Required skills
Consumer behavior research, packaging design research, study design (qualitative/quantitative), statistical interpretation, vendor management, stakeholder influence, coaching/mentoring, cross-functional leadership, data privacy compliance.
Preferred skills
Advanced degree (MS/PhD), CPG/food & beverage industry experience, advanced packaging technical knowledge.
Technologies
Survey/testing platforms, analysis packages, dashboards/BI tools.
Responsibilities
Architect CX learning strategies, serve as SME for packaging consumer research, translate consumer needs into experience requirements, lead high-stakes stakeholder readouts, evaluate and standardize emerging CX methods, coach and upskill internal teams, audit vendor strategy and performance.
Seniority
Principal, technical authority & mentorship
