Associate Scientist, Coffee

Develop hot beverages across a variety of categories - coffee, flavored coffee, tea, cocoa, and lattes - from benchtop prototyping through full scale up and commercialization. Support development of timelines, actions plans, reports, and presentations to manage and communicate progress on a given initiative. Define product and processing specifications with ensured accuracy. Maintain true and detailed record of laboratory work. Develop basic experimental plans to validate technical and sensorial aspects of formulations, and for troubleshooting issues during development and commercialization phases. Participate in group product tastings and provide sensory feedback. Partner with various functions of R&D - Sensory, Ingredients, Nutrition, Regulatory, Flavor Technology, Chemistry, Process Engineering, and Technical Services - to develop great tasting beverages that consumers love. Positively influence and engage in a creative, performance driven culture. Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Food or Chemical Engineering from an accredited institution. Advanced degree is a plus. Experience with Coffee and Coffee Beverages is also a plus. Basic understanding of Good Lab and Manufacturing Practices, and Food Safety Regulatory Standards. Solid understanding of statistical data analysis for data driven decision making. 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. Basic business orientation; ability to understand business case and consumer needs. Relevant experience in Food and Beverage Industry. Ability to travel as required (up to 25%).