Bell Flavors & Fragrances is seeking a creative and technically skilled Senior Beverage Applications Scientist to join our Flavors R&D team. In this role, you’ll develop, test, and optimize flavor systems for a wide range of beverage applications—including alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks. You’ll collaborate cross-functionally with sales, marketing, sensory, and flavor creation teams to deliver outstanding solutions for our customers and drive internal development initiatives. Your Key Responsibilities: • Formulate, bench-test, and optimize beverages (carbonated drinks, juices, plant-based beverages, RTD cocktails, alcohol, energy drinks, etc.) using our internal flavor library • Select and apply flavors based on customer briefs, market trends, and regulatory requirements • Collaborate with flavorists to match and modify flavors for optimal performance • Troubleshoot formulation, processing, and shelf-life challenges • Support customer presentations and innovation showcase • Maintain accurate records in laboratory information management systems (LIMS) • Mentor and coach junior scientists, technicians, and interns • Support pilot plant trials and scale-up activities • Ensure lab safety, cleanliness, and regulatory compliance Your Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree in food science, Chemistry, or related field • 7–10+ years of experience in beverage formulation, product development, or flavor applications lab (internships/co-ops count) • Experience across multiple beverage types and understanding unique formulation challenges • Familiarity with emulsions, acidulants, sweetener systems, protein powders, dairy/nondairy ingredients, and functional ingredients • Skilled in analytical tools (pH meters, Brix, titratable acidity, etc.) • Sensory acuity and ability to articulate flavor performance • Strong presentation, organizational, and communication skills • Mathematical skills for calculations, proportions, percentages, weights, and algebra • Team-oriented, adaptable, and able to manage multiple projects Preferred Qualifications: • Experience with alcoholic beverage formulation or TTB regulations • Experience with alcoholic beverage formulation or TTB regulations • Proficiency with Genesis R&D, Excel, or LIMS (PV) • Pilot plant or manufacturing trial experience • Regulatory or labeling knowledge for global beverage markets • Knowledge of ISO 9001, cGMP, GLP standards • Experience with laboratory safety audits and compliance documentation Why join us: • Competitive salary range of $95,000 - $105,000 • Full-time benefits package • Opportunities for professional growth and development • Be part of a supportive and collaborative team • Commitment to diversity and inclusion Ready to shape the future of beverage innovation? Apply today and join a team committed to safety, quality, and creativity!