Technician - Science Research

Waltham, Leicestershire

To translate the WALTHAM™ Research program into practice, delivering results and reports in support of Mars Petcare brands globally.

What are we looking for?

• Minimum: Bachelor degree in flavour science/ flavour chemistry/ food science, or equivalent experience of running research studies in these areas.

• Experience in designing and implementing research studies, preferably in a commercial environment.

• Excellent communication skills, attention to detail, ability to work in a team, numerate, computer literate, and the ability to create collaborative relationships are essential.

• Proven skills in planning, organisation, and communication of research outputs.

• Preferred: Knowledge of statistical data analytic methods. Experience of data visualization in R or Python.

What will be your key responsibilities?

• Manage, implement and deliver internal research studies, including supporting assessment techniques and data collection to deliver quality-assured scientific data.

• Design, produce and communicate research study protocols and generate support materials for research studies.

• Collate and run quality control of scientific data and ensure data analysis is carried out in a line with the study objectives and hypothesis (including direct data analysis using well established methods or the analysis tool kit).

• Communicate study findings in verbal and written form to the relevant Waltham audiences.

• Develop and continuously improve laboratory or animal techniques in support of research studies, to include training personnel.

• Co-ordinate and direct research study teams to ensure successful execution of research studies.

What can you expect from Mars?

• Work with over 130,000 diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles.

• Join a purpose driven company, where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.

• Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.

• An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.

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