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Associate Scientist

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The Product Development team’s purpose is to lead the innovation and productivity agendas to grow KDP brands, transform beyond its core, and improve the profitability of our products. At KDP, our inspiration is to bring meaningful impact and that starts with our company vision -- Drink Well, Do Good!

The Associate Scientist role within Research and Development will support the product Innovation agenda to develop consumer-centric liquid beverages across existing and new platforms in several categories and brands. The Associate Scientist will work in a dynamic environment to support the development and commercialization of new concepts and prototypes. This role enables Keurig Dr Pepper to develop and commercialize new products to delight our consumers and customers.

Position Accountabilities

  • With support from team, conducts bench-top experiments, formula calculations for product tastings and sensory evaluations across a variety of KDP brands and products
  • Interpret test results, write technical reports, and effectively communicate information within the organization
  • Verify formula accuracy, complete formula documentation, and conduct pilot-plant trials
  • Develop an understanding of the R&D and project management process to support the development of ideas through launch
  • Works effectively with various functions of R&D (Sensory, Ingredients, Nutrition, Regulatory, Flavor Technology, Chemistry, Process Engineering, and Technical Services)
  • Actively participates in Marketing and Consumer Research programs to gain consumer insights, and partners with team to translate into key product concepts
  • Manages R&D tasks within a cross-functional team consisting of members across various departments of KDP (R&D, Marketing, Supply Chain, Sales)
  • Maintain accurate and detailed records of laboratory work
  • Use formulation software to document lab work and formulas
  • Demonstrate flexibility and resilience in adapting to changing business needs and priorities
  • Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and strengthen our culture of inclusion
  • A successful candidate will exhibit a passion for innovation


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