R&D FSQA Assistant Scientist - L05
Core
Provides technical and operational support to PepsiCo's Global R&D Microbiology team, combining routine microbiological laboratory activities with ownership of critical laboratory operations functions.
Role type
Assistant Scientist (Laboratory Operations & Microbiology)
Builds
Microbiological testing, challenge studies, innovation projects, and laboratory governance programs for beverages and food ingredients.
Domain
Food Science / Microbiology / R&D
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Aseptic technique, Serial dilutions, Plating methods, Colony enumeration, Culture transfer, GLP compliance, Laboratory inventory management, Equipment maintenance coordination, Vendor coordination, Laboratory data systems, Safety program support
Preferred skills
Beverage and food microbiology knowledge, Laboratory data systems expertise, Vendor management experience
Technologies
Laboratory data systems, Digital tools
Responsibilities
Conduct routine microbiological analyses of beverages and ingredients; Prepare microbiological media, reagents, and supplies; Support challenge and qualification studies; Manage laboratory inventory and consumable procurement; Coordinate equipment preventive maintenance and calibration; Serve as Area Safety Representative and conduct safety inspections; Maintain microbiological culture collection and documentation.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC