PepsiCo

R&D Associate Principal Scientist - Natural Sweetener

PepsiCo • $93K — $156K *
Valhalla, NY 10595In-Person
Food & Beverages
Less than 5 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • MS with minimum 4 years of experience or PhD in Chemistry, Food Science or related field
  • Benchwork, basic chemistry experience, preferably with ingredients or sweeteners directly
  • Highly motivated and team-oriented individual
  • Strong communication skills with results-oriented mindset
  • Ability to manage, balance, and prioritize multiple project initiatives

Responsibilities

  • Build deep understanding of emerging sweetener systems through research and integration of data
  • Develop and execute hypothesis-driven experiments on sweetness performance and formulation variables
  • Lead ingredient qualification and characterization in beverage models
  • Design sensory evaluations to generate product-relevant insights
  • Translate scientific findings into scalable technology solutions for beverages
  • Engage with external partners to scout and evaluate new technologies
  • Document findings and best practices to strengthen team capability

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
  • Paid time off including vacation, sick leave, and parental leave
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for personal support
  • Defined Contribution Retirement Plan to support future savings
  • Performance-based bonus eligibility of up to 10% of annual salary
Full Job Description
Role:

PepsiCo offers a rewarding opportunity for personal and professional growth. You will have a unique opportunity to expand your knowledge and learn together with your peers. As you advance your career in one of the largest Food and Beverage Companies in the world, your contributions will have an impact on changing the product landscape for consumers, including healthy options for all global markets.

Responsibilities

As part of the Natural Sweetener research team, you will advance emerging sweetener technologies from scientific understanding to scalable beverage application, generating insights, technical readouts, and IP strategies that build competitive advantage.

  • Build Scientific and Competitive Understanding: Build deep understanding of emerging sweetener systems by integrating scientific literature, supplier inputs, internal learnings, and external technology trends.
  • Design and Execute Targeted Experiments: Develop and execute hypothesis-driven experiments to assess sweetness performance, stability, solubility, and key formulation variables in model systems.
  • Qualify Technologies and Enable Decisions: Lead ingredient qualification and characterization in beverage models, including functionality, ingredient interactions, feasibility, and clear technical recommendations.
  • Generate Sensory Insights: Design sensory evaluations and partner with sensory teams to translate results into product-relevant insights.
  • Translate Science into Scalable Solutions: Apply sweeteners in beverage systems and partner cross-functionally to develop fit-for-purpose, scalable technology solutions.
  • Leverage External Innovation and Build IP Advantage: Engage external partners to scout and evaluate new technologies while shaping IP strategies that build layers of advantage, insulate key technologies, and strengthen competitive differentiation.
  • Build Knowledge and Capability: Document and systematize findings into data repositories, comparative frameworks, and best practices that strengthen team capability.

Compensation and Benefits:
  • The expected compensation range for this position is between $93,500 - $156,450.
  • Location, confirmed job-related skills, experience, and education will be considered in setting actual starting salary. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range during the hiring process.
  • Bonus based on performance and eligibility target payout is 10% of annual salary paid out annually.
  • 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

  • MS with minimum 4 years of experience or PhD in Chemistry, Food Science or related field
  • Benchwork, basic chemistry experience, preferably with ingredients or sweeteners directly
  • Highly motivated, team oriented, and possessing strong communication skills. Results oriented with the ability to manage, balance and prioritize multiple project initiatives to meet business objectives
  • This position is limited to persons with indefinite right to work in the United States


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About PepsiCo

PepsiCo Careers

Joining PepsiCo's global team offers more than just a chance to excel in your career; it's an opportunity to be part of a dynamic and diverse environment where innovation thrives. Work You’ll Do At PepsiCo, we are committed to producing great leaders and fostering a culture of innovation. Our team is dedicated to empowering professionals to master their career paths with PepsiCo. As a leader in the food and beverage industry, we offer unique job opportunities that intersect with cutting-edge technology and market leadership. Lead with Unique Opportunities PepsiCo stands at the forefront of the industry, not only in terms of product quality but also in our approach to leadership and professional growth. We offer a variety of employment paths, including full-time positions, internships, and leadership training programs that are designed to foster diversity and accelerate career development. Work with a Global Team Collaborate with over 260,000 employees worldwide who are united in delivering joy not only to our consumers but also in driving innovation and growth within the company. PepsiCo’s commitment to global diversity and inclusive culture makes it a prime environment for professional development and networking. Introducing PepsiCo’s Professional Growth and Development Programs We are committed to nurturing talent through comprehensive training programs and robust benefits that support both personal and professional growth. Our programs are tailored to help employees at every level of their career to advance and succeed. Innovate and Lead Join the largest team of food and beverage industry experts—dedicated professionals at the intersection of consumer needs, innovative technology, and sustainable practices. Deliver targeted solutions and drive industry leadership through a depth and breadth of knowledge and innovation that’s second to none. Be Part of a Great Team Engage in meaningful work that impacts millions of lives worldwide. At PepsiCo, you’ll harness the power of our global resources and the creativity of our people to improve the way the world accesses the foods and beverages it loves. Future-Proof Your Career With PepsiCo, the sky is the limit when it comes to where your ambition can take you. We offer unmatched opportunities for career advancement along with the training, internship programs, and certification support needed to thrive in your professional journey. Explore Discover how PepsiCo is leading the way in digital innovation and sustainable practices while maintaining a steadfast focus on diversity and employee well-being. Stay Connected Join Our Team Search for open positions that match your skills and interests. We look for passionate, curious, creative, and solution-driven team players ready to take their career to the next level. SEARCH PEPSICO JOBS Keep Up to Date Stay ahead with career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights you can put to use today—all from the people who work here. READ CAREERS BLOG Job Alert Emails Customize your subscription to receive job alerts, latest news, and insider tips tailored to your preferences. Discover the exciting and rewarding career opportunities that await at PepsiCo.
Learn more about PepsiCo
Size
309,000 employees
Market Cap
$250.5 billion
Industry
Food & Beverages
Net Income
$7.1 billion
Founded
1965
5 Year Trend
+4.8%
Revenue
$70.3 billion
NASDAQ
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* Ladders Estimates

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