RD&A Associate Scientist

About Kerry

Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Every day we partner with customers to create healthier, tastier and more sustainable products that are consumed by billions of people across the world. Our vision is to be our customers' most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition. A career with Kerry offers you an opportunity to shape the future of food while providing you opportunities to explore and grow in a truly global environment.

About the role

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented RD&A Associate Scientist to join our beverages team. The ideal candidate will have experience in developing and optimizing beverage formulations, conducting sensory evaluations, and ensuring product quality from concept to commercialization. This role involves working closely with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and maintain the highest standards of product excellence.

The main function of this role will be to help create and develop flavors, ingredients, and finished beverages for the alcoholic beverage end use market.
Projects will include new product development, matching, shelf life, ideation/brainstorming, and formula optimization.
This is an entry level development position, and this person will be counted on to maintain lab inventory and cleanliness of work areas.
This role will be largely laboratory based, with the potential to eventually grow into being more customer facing.

Key responsibilities

•  Develop and optimize beverage formulations, including alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, juices, energy drinks, teas, and flavored waters.
•  Conduct experiments and trials to evaluate ingredient interactions and product stability.
•  Conduct sensory evaluations and consumer testing to refine and improve product formulations.
•  Implement and maintain quality standards, ensuring product consistency and compliance with regulatory requirements.
•  Maintain accurate records of formulations, experimental data, and project progress.
•  Prepare technical reports and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.
•  Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
•  2+ years of experience in beverage formulation and development.
•  Strong understanding of ingredient functionality, product stability, and sensory evaluation.
•  Excellent project management and organizational skills.
•  Proficient in using laboratory equipment and conducting experiments.
•  Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
•  Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
•  Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.

Qualifications and skills

•    Experience with alcoholic beverages and fermentation processes.
•    Knowledge of regulatory requirements for beverage products.
•    Familiarity with statistical analysis and experimental design.
Working Conditions:
•    Laboratory and office environment.
•    Occasional travel may be required for supplier visits, conferences, and production trials.

The typical hiring range for this role is $73,758 to $108,755 annually and is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, location, etc.  In addition to your pay, Kerry offers benefits such as a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and retirement contribution (all benefits and incentives are subject to eligibility requirements.