Dr. Sarah Kirkmeyer

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Sarah V. Kirkmeyer has a diverse background in food science and management, holding a Ph.D. from Rutgers University and an M.B.A. from Miami University. As an Affiliate Adjunct Researcher and Sr. Manager of User Research at Kroger Company, she combines her academic expertise with her industry experience to focus on consumer insights and sensory evaluation. Her research interests include new product innovation, utilizing both qualitative and quantitative research methods, as well as sensory methods for descriptive and discrimination tests. Kirkmeyer's work has been influential in understanding how factors such as COVID-19 affect consumer behavior and product perception, especially with regards to Pennsylvania wines. She has presented her research at various academic and industry conferences, emphasizing the real-world applications of sensory consumer science. Throughout her career, she has collaborated with global consumer product companies and has extensive experience in market research across various categories.

Research Interests

Experience

Sr. Manager, User Research

— Present

Kroger Company • Cincinnati, OH 45202

Leading consumer insights and sensory research initiatives.

Awards

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Institute of Food Technologist Board of Directors

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Purdue University Foods Nutrition Department Diamond Award

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Miami University Alumni Association 189 Award Nominee

Courses

FDSC 516 Consumer Insights Sensory Evaluation Theory & Applications Food Industry Short Course

Requirements for Pennsylvania State University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7
GRE General
Prerequisites
Master's degree in related field for PhD Baccalaureate degree from accredited institution
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Specialization Notes

GRE scores are highly recommended but not strictly required for Applied Linguistics.