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Keurig Dr Pepper Associate Scientist, Product Development in Frisco, Texas
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.
Responsibilities:
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
Ensure high performance results of your team by:
Fostering a culture of trust and wellbeing that prioritizes the team and values employee contributions.
Driving a shared vision with clear goals and accountability, supported by regular conversations to maximize talent.
Embracing diverse perspectives to foster innovation, learning from both successes and failures.
Establishing a safe environment where team members are motivated, heard, and aligned with clear expectations.
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Keurig Dr Pepper is an equal opportunity employer and affirmatively seeks diversity in its workforce. Keurig Dr Pepper recruits qualified applicants and advances in employment its employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability or association with a person with a disability, medical condition, genetic information, ethnic or national origin, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.