Sensometrics Researcher (m/f/d)

The Role

We’re looking for an analytical and innovative Sensometrics Researcher to join our Sensory & Consumer Science team. In this role, you’ll be at the forefront of transforming complex data into actionable insights that drive product development and business decisions. As a Sensometrics Researcher, you’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams across sensory science, insights, and marketing to deliver statistically robust solutions and consumer-focused strategies.

An inclusive, innovative global FMCG business supported by 25,000 employees, we’re committed to unlocking the power of data to shape meaningful moments for our consumers. If you have a passion for data-driven storytelling, experimentation, and insight-led innovation, this is an exciting opportunity to make a lasting impact.

Location: Hamburg

Principle Accountabilities

• Design and apply rigorous research methodologies, including Design of Experiments (DoE), acceptance modelling, and machine learning approaches.
• Translate complex datasets into meaningful insights and strategic recommendations.
• Act as a central point for acceptance modelling expertise and knowledge sharing across categories.
• Collaborate with sensory and cross-functional teams to meet research needs and deliver business value.
• Develop and enhance digital tools and platforms for improved research efficiency and scalability.
• Support innovation by applying consumer insights to deepen product understanding and steer product direction.

Skills and Experience Required

• Strong knowledge of statistical methods including ANOVA, PCA, regression modelling, clustering, and preference mapping.
• Proficient in statistical software such as R, JMP, Python, SPSS, or similar tools.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to present complex data clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Strong project management and organisational skills with a solutions-focused mindset.
• Proficient in PowerPoint and confident in creating visually engaging, insight-driven presentations.
• Enthusiastic about consumer understanding and using data to support innovation.

What We Offer

In return for playing your part in building our future, you will receive a comprehensive compensation package with salary, bonus scheme and further benefits as well inspiring places to work and collaborate with purpose. Here at Imperial we will give you the opportunity to grow and learn, innovate at pace and be a part of our purpose to forge a path to a healthier future for moments of relaxation and pleasure for our consumers.

Everyone Belongs

Everyone belongs in Imperial. We are proud of being a truly inclusive organisation. We encourage and welcome applications from people of all ages, genders, ethnicities, nationalities, disabilities, sexual orientation, religions or beliefs and of neuro divergence. We give fair and equal consideration to all our applicants. Please contact us at [email protected] to let us know if we can provide support in helping you complete an application and/or attend an interview.

About Us

We're a truly international company, fourth largest in our industry and operating across 120 markets. An inclusive, innovative global FMCG business supported by 25,000 employees. As we embrace a new era of growth, we are transforming. Our ways of working and culture are driven by a challenger mindset, constantly questioning the status quo where people can bring their best selves to work. Our agility and collaboration are driving our ambitions, innovation and success all supported by our award-winning development programmes that creates exciting and rewarding career opportunities for all. Encouraging inclusion at local levels and supporting a developing and robust diversity agenda globally, we’re fully committed to creating and maintaining an environment that celebrates and respects difference.

As a matter of policy, Imperial Tobacco or its subsidiaries never requests or requires payment as part of any recruitment process.