Consumer Scientist

Typical Salary

£19,000 To £50,000

Typical Hours

37 to 39 a week

between 8am and 6pm

How To Become a Consumer Scientist

You can get into this job through:

a university course

College / University

You’ll usually need a degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant subject like:

consumer studies
food and consumer product management
food science or technology
psychology
marketing
statistics

2 to 3 A levels, or equivalent, for a degree

a degree in any subject for a postgraduate course

Apprenticeship

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Routes into this Career

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You may be able to apply directly if you've got relevant experience in a related industry, for instance food manufacturing or market research analysis.

Other Routes

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Skills And Knowledge

You'll need:

knowledge of English language
analytical thinking skills
to be thorough and pay attention to detail
the ability to use your initiative
customer service skills
ambition and a desire to succeed
persistence and determination
excellent verbal communication skills
to be able to use a computer and the main software packages confidently

Day To Day Tasks

Your day-to-day duties may include:

researching and writing reports
testing recipes
recruiting and training panels or focus groups
conducting interviews with consumers
researching the tastes, needs and preferences of consumers
giving advice to manufacturers and retailers on improving items and services
developing tests to make sure products meet quality standards and legal requirements
representing consumers' rights
advising hotels, restaurants, schools, residential care homes or hospitals on catering
advising on products ranging from household goods to public places
producing information on cookery, family health and new products
talking with the media
advising on healthy living in schools, colleges and universities
working for bodies like the Food Standards Agency or Trading Standards

Working Environment

You could work in a laboratory, at a university or in an office.

Career Path & Progression

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Volunteering Opportunities

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