The Scientist plays a critical role in protecting the trademarks of The Coca-Cola Company by assuring the quality, safety, and regulatory compliance of key ingredients used in company products worldwide. This role supports Coca-Cola’s commitment to setting the standard for future-focused laboratory practices, integrating emerging technologies, and championing scientific excellence. Through innovation, cross-functional collaboration, and scientific leadership, the Scientist ensures brand integrity and technical excellence across the system.
As a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in analytical chemistry, the Scientist leverages advanced instrumentation, including ICP-MS, LC-MS, and GC-MS, to support testing, method development, and optimization initiatives. The role combines deep technical expertise with strategic influence, translating complex analytical findings into actionable insights, supporting global alignment across laboratories, and representing Coca-Cola in industry forums to advance testing standards. This position is based in the Florida Juice Quality Center (FJQC), located in Apopka, FL. Flex Work is limited due to the nature of the work being performed in the lab.
Applicants should demonstrate strong technical knowledge, paired with leadership skills, attention to detail, teamwork, excellent communication, strategic thinking, and an ability to innovate. All candidates must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents.

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS:

• Perform advanced testing of raw materials, intermediates, and finished products using ICP-MS/MS, LC-MS/MS, and GC-MS/MS.
• Lead the development, validation, and optimization of laboratory methods to improve sensitivity, accuracy, and reproducibility.
• Support global heavy metals and contaminants testing programs to ensure compliance with internal and external standards.
• Troubleshoot, maintain, and optimize advanced analytical instrumentation; oversee calibration, validation, and performance checks.
• Review, interpret, and communicate complex analytical data, preparing clear, data-driven reports and actionable recommendations for internal teams, customers, and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Familiarity with LIMS systems and data integrity practices.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to translate complex findings into actionable insights.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Degree in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, or a related field required
• Ph.D. – 1+ years’ relevant experience preferred
• M.S. – Must also have 3 – 5 years of relevant experience
• B.S. – Must also have 7+ years of relevant experience

SKILLS

Leadership; Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA); Continual Improvement Process; Good Laboratory Practices (GLPs); Technical Communication; Group Collaboration; Prioritization; Analytical Chemistry; Cross-Functional Team Leadership; Metals; Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometry; Communication; Regulatory Compliance; Written Communication; Data Compilation; Project Ownership; Teamwork
The Coca-Cola Company will not offer sponsorship for employment status (including, but not limited to, H1-B visa status and other employment-based nonimmigrant visas) for this position. Accordingly, all applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis and must not require The Coca-Cola Company’s sponsorship to continue to work legally in the United States.
Pay Range:$109,000 - $129,000
Base pay offered may vary depending on geography, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. A full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position, is offered.
Annual Incentive Reference Value Percentage:15
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