Overview Job Title: Associate Scientist/Scientist Band: E6/7 Role: Support development efforts for new carbonated soft drinks (CSDs) within the Global Carbonated Beverage Category that are consistent with PepsiCos Performance with Purpose Objectives Responsibilities Conduct and document product development lab work, including development of bench top prototypes, implementation and maintenance of stability testing, and scale-ups for commercialization Provide product formulation support by accurately preparing laboratory beverages and concentrates and submitting samples for analytical and sensory evaluation. Create beverage documents; ensure products are safe stable and legal. Possess basic technical foundation of ingredient functionality and potential interactions Ability to conduct experiments, analyze data and make recommendations to address technical challenges Good communication skills both verbal and written, including timely and accurate documentation of work in laboratory notebooks, actively communicate status of research. Demonstrates ability to understand application of consumer research and experimental design to project objectives Collaborate with cross functional team to reach project objectives Key Challenges Ability to quickly learn, demonstrate proper laboratory techniques and formulate products Ability to self initiate and manage multiple project tasks independently to meet business objectives and to support the individuals of the workgroup Ability to communicate and highlight risks Critical Competencies: The successful candidate will be experienced in the consumer goods industry and demonstrate the following skills: Intellectual curiosity Strong laboratory skills Analytical Thinking Team work Communication/Presentation Skills (verbal and written) In addition, the following capabilities will be essential to success in the job Ability to provide thought leadership on tactical aspects of projects Outstanding time management, team working and communication skills Ability to analyze and communicate implications of experimental results Compensation & Benefits: The expected Compensation range for this position is between $60,900 - $101,900 Location confirmed job-related skills and experience will be considered in setting actual starting salary 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 Required: B.S. in Food Science or related discipline. 1-2 years experience and/or Masters in Food Science or related discipline a plus Desired: Technician and/or Summer Intern experience(s) at a consumer goods company Other Job Requirements: This position will require flexibility in working hours to set-up and complete focus groups, product expos, pilot plant scaleups or plant trials that may extend past typical working hours Field Travel will be required (domestic & international). Estimated 10% COVID-19 vaccination is a condition of employment for this role. Please note that all such company vaccine requirements provide the opportunity to request an approved accommodation or exemption under applicable law EEO Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status. PepsiCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Female / Minority / Disability / Protected Veteran / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity If you'd like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please download the available EEO is the Law & EEO is the Law Supplement documents. View PepsiCo EEO Policy. Please view our Pay Transparency Statement","location_name":"NY-Valhalla-100E-Office-NY210","street_address":"100 E Stevens Ave","city":"Valhalla","state":"New York