R&D Method Development Associate Scientist

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This position is located at our Plano Global R&D facility and is part of the Measurement Sciences (Analytical & QA Sciences) team. The focus is on method development coordination and providing analytical insights for product development and research workstreams within PepsiCo Foods North America. This includes performing basic to advanced analysis of all types of food materials and ingredients. In addition, you will support all teams within Measurement Sciences for projects requiring method development and collaborate with cross functional partners and leverage analytical instruments, methodologies, and procedures to deliver technically sound and accurate data in a timely manner.

Responsibilities

• Manage internal method development requests and provide consultation to clients

• Develop a working knowledge of analytical instruments

• Perform the testing of samples leveraging internal and external capabilities as appropriate, and capture data into a laboratory information management system

• Partner with product development to consult on ways of analyzing PepsiCo food products

• Partner with product development to drive key business objects in conformance with approved methodology for projects

• Collaborate with product development, operations, and analytical partners as appropriate

• Conduct analysis in a timely, accurate, and cost-effective manner with minimal supervision

• Investigate and apply new technologies to provide analytical measurements that meet business needs

• Learn new test methods and train others

• Document review and management of PepsiCo methods

• Stay current in area of expertise and area of project related research by reading and interpreting scientific literature and IP, and actively engage in relevant external scientific organizations

• Collaborate across the Measurement Sciences global function to ensure alignment and consistency across processes and practices

• Demonstrate adherence to site Health & Safety and Good Laboratory Practice policies and procedures

• Maintain accurate records and documentation and assure the reliability of measurement systems by using appropriate GLP

Compensation and Benefits:

• The expected compensation range for this position is between $64,300 - $107,650

• Location, confirmed job-related skills, experience, and education will be considered in setting actual starting salary. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range during the hiring process

• Paid time off subject to eligibility, including paid parental leave, vacation, sick, and bereavement

• In addition to salary, PepsiCo offers a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees and their families, subject to elections and eligibility: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Health, and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Insurance (Accident, Group Legal, Life), Defined Contribution Retirement Plan

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• BS degree in Analytical Chemistry, Food Chemistry, or related discipline with experience in a laboratory environment

• Analytical food chemistry experience

• Travel up to 10% as needed

Preferred Qualifications:

• Internship or working experience in an analytical lab setting

• Experience in Food & Beverage industry

• Familiarity with Laboratory Information Management Systems and documentation tools

• Knowledge and experience of a wide range of technical disciplines and analytical instrumentation, as well as statistical analysis

• Highly developed critical thinking skills are required to solve technical problems

• Sound understanding of Experimental Design

• Ability to communicate confidently and effectively in a timely manner in presentations and emails

• Ability to think and act on their own, while communicating needs and results appropriately

• Must understand and follow safe handling of hazardous chemicals and have an appreciation of the normal hazards associated with laboratory work

EEO Statement

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