PepsiCo · 3 days ago
R&D Ana Tech Associate Scientist
Valhalla, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$71K/yr - $118K/yr
2+ years expPepsiCo is seeking an R&D Associate Scientist to join their Valhalla LC Application team. This role involves utilizing various analytical techniques to support product innovation and development, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to address business needs.
Brand MarketingFast-Moving Consumer GoodsFood and BeverageManufacturing
Responsibilities
Perform sample preparation with various matrices including beverage, food, concentrate, botanical, etc., by using techniques of liquid extraction, solid phase extraction, filtration or concentration to support HPLC or LC/MS analysis
Independently utilize analytical tools of HPLC and test kits by following existing SOP, perform data processing and evaluation to ensure data quality and produce reliable reports to Discovery & Application and Products Innovation
Perform analytical method development and validation under the guidance of senior scientists and independently draft SOP by following industry criteria
Contribute to design and execution of experiments, analysis and interpretation of various types of data (quantitative/qualitative) using statistical tools to make sound technical evaluation on product and process issues
Participate as an active member of cross-functional issue resolution teams comprised of individuals from a variety of disciplines, including Quality, Product Development, Consumer Relations, Packaging, Engineering and other groups
Independently prioritize workload in a demanding and changing environment. Document and archive all activities during participation in multiple ongoing projects
Leverage internal experts and approved external laboratory for analytical testing needed for critical cases
Perform other tasks and lab duties as needed to support R&D innovation and Brand Stewardship projects
Qualification
Required
B.S. or M.S. Organic Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, or Food Chemistry, with minimum two years' industry experience
Demonstrate knowledge and hands-on experience for a broad range of analytical instruments, with a strong focus on HPLC instrumentation hardware and software (Empower) for quantification and profiling
Ability to design experiments for small-scale research projects. Execute experiments independently. Collect quality data and conduct base data analysis using statistical tools
Knowledge and experience of beverage formulas and concentrate composition to be able to determine accurate target when testing suspect samples and investigate out-of-spec results
Ability to prioritize workloads and manage competing priorities from both lab testing needs and client's requests
Strong problem solving/critical thinking skills to identify solutions to technical challenges
Be highly motivated, independent and interactive
Computer Skills - Power BI, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, LIMS
Benefits
Paid time off subject to eligibility, including paid parental leave, vacation, sick, and bereavement.
Medical
Dental
Vision
Disability
Health, and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Insurance (Accident, Group Legal, Life)
Defined Contribution Retirement Plan
Company
PepsiCo
PepsiCo is a food and beverage company.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$4BKey Investors
Elliott Management Corp.National Safety Council
2025-09-02Post Ipo Equity· $4B
2024-06-13Grant· $0.02M
2017-12-20IPO
Leadership Team
Alex Carreteiro
CEO PepsiCo Brazil & South Cone (Chile, Arg, Uru, Par) Foods
Mohamed Shelbaya
CEO PepsiCo Middle East & Africa
Recent News
2026-01-07
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