Regulatory Affairs Associate Scientist

Overview

Our academy R&D organization recognizes that both the talent of our people and the scope of our impact are great, and that sharing a set of beliefs elevates our ability to reach our goals and business objectives. We encourage each other to pursue innovative solutions without fear of failure by nurturing a culture where talent development and continuous learning are key priorities. We look for and assume the best in each other. We are a global team that works collaboratively across business silos and regions to deliver meaningful outcomes, faster.

Responsibilities

As part of the fast-paced and driven PepsiCo Global Regulatory Affairs team, you will be responsible for ensuring faultless compliance of formulas and labeling for several brands within the PepsiCo Beverages US Business Unit. The overall Regulatory Affairs team is a global organization, interacting across the world to ensure compliance and freedom to operate. This team is critical to the innovation/renovation process from ideas all the way through to launch. You will have the opportunity to interact regularly with many other functions including but not limited to product development, marketing, purchasing, and legal.

This position is for a USA Regulatory Affairs Associate Scientist. The primary focus of this position is to provide regulatory expertise to multiple PepsiCo US beverage brands. This includes authoring ingredient statements and allergen statements, nutrition facts, substantiating claims, and approving graphics that help consumers make informed choices about PepsiCo Beverages. In this role you will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy and compliance of the regulatory information in databases, on artwork and in specifications. The position will involve work on teams and independently with computer systems.

The position requires an excellent understanding and application of US Food and Drug Administration labeling regulations to assure the accuracy of ingredient statements, nutrition facts, allergen declarations and claims, an outstanding attention to detail and a passion for proper processes and documentation. As a Regulatory Affairs Associate Scientist, you must be able to monitor, interpret and ensure compliance with US regulations today and into the future. Strong project management, prioritization and influencing skills will be required to move timelines forward. An innate desire to help others and collaborate for success of the team will be key to success in this role. A basic application of US Food and Drug Administration labeling regulations will be beneficial, but training will also be provided as part of the onboarding process.

Compensation & Benefits:

• The expected compensation range for this position is between $66,000 - $110,550 based on a full-time schedule.

• Location, confirmed job-related skills and experience will be considered in setting actual starting salary.

• Paid time off subject to eligibility, including paid parental leave, vacation, sick, and bereavement.

• In addition to salary, PepsiCo offers a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees and their families, subject to elections and eligibility: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Health and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Insurance (Accident, Group Legal, Life), Defined Contribution Retirement Plan.

Qualifications

• BS in Food Science, Nutrition Science, Engineering or equivalent as minimum.

• 1-2 years regulatory affairs experience with knowledge of FDA and USDA food regulations preferred.

• 1-2 years of experience in Regulatory Affairs.

• Excellent computer skills and attention to detail.

• Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.

• Ability to prioritize workload, balance multiple tasks and work independently.

• Strong sense of urgency and commitment to meet timelines.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

PepsiCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Female / Minority / Disability / Protected Veteran / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity.

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