Senior Scientist

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.

About the role

Kerry is seeking a Research, Development and Application Senior Scientist for a key role supporting the growth of the North American Beverage market. This position is based at the Kerry Global Technology & Innovation Centre in Beloit, Wisconsin and reports to the RD&A Director – Beverage Brands and Food Service.

As a Senior Scientist, you will be responsible for developing and optimizing innovative beverage solutions that align with customer needs, market trends, and Kerry’s strategic goals. You will work cross-functionally with commercial, operations, marketing and regulatory teams to deliver on high-impact projects that support Kerry’s Taste & Nutrition business. This role is part of a team of RD&A Scientists responsible for the development of powder and liquid beverage products for the foodservice channel and Kerry’s beverage brands.

Responsibilities

• Lead formulation and concept development from end-to-end on internal and customer projects within North America for the Beverage market.
• Translate scientific insights into practical applications that meet customer and market needs.
• Use sound commercial and technical awareness of ingredients, processes, end-use market, and customer requirements to deliver on project objectives across powder and liquid beverage product formats.
• Document and present technical findings clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Manage pilot plant validation work and facilitate first production trials of new products internally and with third-party manufacturers, requiring flexibility and willingness to travel as needed.
• Build strong relationships with customer contacts via clear communication, on-site and virtual visits, presentations, and supporting trials when required.
• Support sales and business representatives during customer calls through technical presentations and product demonstrations.
• Study methods to improve quality of products such as flavor, color, texture, nutritional value, as well as physical, chemical, and microbiological composition.

Requirements

• BSc/MSc/PhD in Food Science, Food Engineering, Chemistry, or related field.
• 5+ years of hands-on experience in product development, preferably in beverage products.
• Working knowledge of the beverage market in North America.
• Proven success in product development resulting in successful market launch.
• Curiosity and a willingness to push creative boundaries.
• Strong team-player with excellent interpersonal, organizational, communication, and project management skills.
• Knowledgeable about food chemistry, sensory, microbiology, and food packaging systems.

Pay

The pay range for this position is $70,100–$122,000 annual salary. Kerry typically does not hire an individual at or near the top of the range, as we are a pay-for-performance company, and this range is set to continue to reward performance annually while in role. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The specific compensation offered to a candidate within the above range may be influenced by a variety of factors including skills, qualifications, experience, and internal equity.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid time off
• 401(k) plan with employee and company contribution opportunities
• Employee Share Plan
• Life, disability, and accident insurance
• Tuition reimbursement