PepsiCo · 1 day ago
R&D Ops & Meas Sci Associate Scientist
Plano, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$64K/yr - $108K/yr
3+ years expPepsiCo is seeking an R&D Ops & Meas Sci Associate Scientist to join their Measurement Sciences team. This role involves coordinating workload, testing samples, and reporting analytical data for quality monitoring of food products, with a focus on regulatory testing using LC/MS analysis.
Brand MarketingFast-Moving Consumer GoodsFood and BeverageManufacturing
Responsibilities
Perform laboratory analyses using LC/MS, following standard operating procedures. Interpret data, calculate, and report results
Document all test data in LIMS and communicate results in an accurate and timely manner, according to established turnaround time requirements
Responsible for data review, identifying interferences in chromatography, sample retests, control charting and product/platform trend analysis
Conduct/lead special testing projects to optimize testing process and reduce turnaround time, as related to regulatory testing
Maintain accurate equipment, quality records and assure the reliability of measurement systems by using appropriate Good Lab Practices (GLP) and established processes
Responsible for LC/MS (and all test related equipment) troubleshooting & minor repair
Support sample preparation (grinding, weighing, automated sample prep equipment) using proper quality control processes
Prepare and maintain chemicals, solutions, sample dilutions, and equipment as needed for the performance of analyses
Manage laboratory supplies. Organize and purge samples on a regular basis
Follow all appropriate safety procedures, including proper PPE, as well as other site policies and programs
Communicate with prep room and/or test requestors (scientists, engineers, technician, management) to ensure samples are processed/analyzed accurately
Communicate and collaborate with external vendors to optimize and troubleshoot instruments
Develop/integrate digital processes in the testing area to increase speed to market and ensure long term data storage/security
Integrate LabVantage functionality into MS regulatory testing processes
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Food Science, or related discipline with 3+ years' experience in a laboratory environment
Strong knowledge of analytical chemistry
Strong attention to detail while conducting all testing and reporting
Ability to prioritize tasks and deliver accurate analytical results to needed timelines
Ability to work closely with other technicians, scientists, and management to achieve business objectives
Demonstrated ability to learn and share new techniques and adapt to new ways of working
Familiar with understanding and following all Good Lab Practices and lab safety procedures
Good understanding of hazardous chemicals and ability to safely handle hazardous chemicals
Strong organizational skills, with an ability to keep neat, orderly, and complete records
Ability to prepare graphs and tables using appropriate computer software such as Microsoft Excel
Outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal
Preferred
Experience with LC/MS operation/methodology and mass hunter software
Experience in foods and beverages
Experience with LabVantage 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
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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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