Sr. RD&A Scientist - Beverages

Base Pay Range

$75,602.00/yr - $/yr

We are looking for a
** Research, Development and Application Senior Scientist
** to support the growth of the North American Beverage market. The role is based at the Kerry Global Technology & Innovation Centre in Beloit, Wisconsin, USA, reporting to the RD&A Director/Manager. The scientist will execute the business strategy by creating market‑relevant, differentiated products that meet customer and consumer requirements, utilizing Kerry’s industry‑leading portfolio of technologies.

This position is part of a team that develops powder and liquid beverage concepts with strong cross‑functional collaboration across Flavorists, Nutrition Scientists, Regulatory, Marketing, Sales, and Finance.

• Lead formulation and concept development from end‑to‑end on internal and customer projects within North America for the Beverage market.
• Apply commercial and technical awareness of ingredients, processes, end‑use markets and customer requirements to deliver project objectives across powder and liquid beverage formats.
• Develop innovative solutions to grow customers and Kerry’s market share within cost parameters and manufacturing capabilities while ensuring new products are legal in the country of use.
• Manage Pilot Plant validation work and facilitate first production trials of new products internally and with third‑party manufacturers.
• 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 with technical presentations and product demonstrations.
• Work within cross‑functional teams to optimize Kerry’s strengths and deliver the best Taste and Nutrition experience for our customers.
• Study methods to improve product quality such as flavor, color, texture, nutritional value, and physical, chemical, and microbiological composition.

• BSc/MSc/PhD in Food Science, Food Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of hands‑on experience in product development, preferably in beverages.
• Experience with functional ingredients (probiotics, adaptogens, botanical extracts, etc.) is a plus.
• Knowledge of the North American beverage market.
• Proven success in product development leading to successful market launch.
• Curiosity and a willingness to push creative boundaries.
• Strong team‑player with excellent interpersonal, organizational, communication and project‑management skills.
• Knowledgeable in food chemistry, sensory science, microbiology, food packaging systems, and food engineering.

• Competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401(k) plan with company match, Employee Share Plan, life, disability, and accident insurance, and tuition reimbursement.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Research

Kerry is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law. Kerry will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen.