Analytical Chemistry Lead for Beverage Innovation

Keurig Dr Pepper; Frisco (TX); On-site; USD 97,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

Keurig Dr Pepper is seeking an R&D Principal Scientist, Analytical Chemistry in Frisco, TX. You will serve as the senior technical authority, shaping analytical strategy, developing fit-for-purpose methods, and guiding lab teams to deliver reliable, compliant data that accelerates beverage and food innovation.

You will lead non-routine investigations, mentor scientists, and pilot AI-enabled tools to improve data quality, safety, and speed across R&D and manufacturing.

Qualifications

• MS in Chemistry or related field; PhD preferred.
• 7+ years in analytical lab, R&D or product development.
• Expertise in method development, validation, troubleshooting, data interpretation.
• Hands-on with GC/TOF, HPLC, LC/MS, GCxGC, FTIR, ICP/MS and related tech.
• Experience leading complex technical projects and coaching staff.
• Strong GLP, SOP, data integrity and documentation practices.
• Ability to communicate complex science to diverse stakeholders.
• Continuous improvement mindset; interest in automation/AI tools.
• Willingness to travel domestically.

Responsibilities

• Serve as enterprise SME for analytical chemistry across initiatives.
• Lead analytical strategy for innovation, product development, and quality.
• Develop, optimize, validate, transfer fit-for-purpose methods.
• Interpret complex data, evaluate risks, and recommend next steps.
• Provide technical leadership in analytical platforms and new tech.
• Coach and develop lab staff and cross-functional partners.
• Maintain safety, GLP, SOPs, and data integrity.

Skills

analytical chemistry

method development

data interpretation

technical problem solving

leadership

coaching

communication

continuous improvement

Education

MS in Chemistry

PhD preferred

analytical sciences background

Tools

GC/TOF

HPLC

LC/MS

GCxGC

FTIR

ICP/MS

spectroscopy

wet chemistry

Job description

Keurig Dr Pepper is seeking an R&D Principal Scientist, Analytical Chemistry in Frisco, TX. You will serve as the senior technical authority, shaping analytical strategy, developing fit-for-purpose methods, and guiding lab teams to deliver reliable, compliant data that accelerates beverage and food innovation.

You will lead non-routine investigations, mentor scientists, and pilot AI-enabled tools to improve data quality, safety, and speed across R&D and manufacturing.