Beverage Ingredient Scientist – Junior Level

PepsiCo; Town of Mount Pleasant (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Comprehensive benefits

Retirement plan

Job summary

The PepsiCo beverage Global Scientific Platform team is seeking a junior Scientist to support ingredient science research and applications across our beverage portfolio, focusing on fiber, protein, advantaged ingredients, natural colors, and natural preservatives. This role offers exceptional opportunities for personal and professional growth within a collaborative team of passionate scientists.

You will execute benchwork, manage samples, calibrate equipment, and assist with production runs and

Qualifications

• AS/BS in a scientific field with bench work experience.
• Proven ability to execute bench work with precision and attention to detail.
• Strong collaboration skills; partner with scientists to ensure timely completion of experiments.
• Excellent organizational skills; document work details, learnings and findings.
• Effective verbal and written communication; manage expectations and provide group support.
• Proactive, reliable and self-motivated work ethic.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Execute laboratory benchwork and research projects by accurately following experimental designs, operating laboratory equipment, and preparing beverage samples.
• Maintain laboratory and sample inventory, including ingredients and supplies.
• Operate, calibrate, and maintain laboratory equipment to ensure optimal performance.
• Implement and monitor beverage and concentrate storage studies.
• Prepare samples for analytical and sensory evaluation, supporting data-driven decision-making.
• Support scientists during production runs, including ingredient handling and order management.
• Ensure products and samples meet defined specifications and quality requirements.

Skills

Collaboration

Bench work execution

Organization

Communication

Initiative

MS Office proficiency

Education

AS/BS in scientific field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

The PepsiCo beverage Global Scientific Platform team is seeking a junior Scientist to support ingredient science research and applications across our beverage portfolio, focusing on fiber, protein, advantaged ingredients, natural colors, and natural preservatives. This role offers exceptional opportunities for personal and professional growth within a collaborative team of passionate scientists.

You will execute benchwork, manage samples, calibrate equipment, and assist with production runs and