Job Description
Job DescriptionSenior Scientist R&D
Why Byrne
At Byrne, we foster a culture built on teamwork, excellence, and professionalism. Our greatest strength lies in the exceptional talent and dedication of our team members across every part of the organization. We value their contributions and ensure they’re recognized, rewarded, and compensated in ways that reflect their impact and expertise.
Pay and Benefits
- Salary Range – $88,000-$116,500 per year
- Competitive bonus programs
- Medical, Dental, Vision benefits available day 1 of employment
- Supplemental benefits available on day 30 of employment
- Eligible for 401 (k) with a company match available on day 90 of employment
- Educational Support via tuition reimbursement and scholarship program
Work Shift and Location
6725 Lyons St. East Syracuse, NY 13057
Monday - Friday
Job Overview
The Senior Scientist R&D plays a key role in executing assigned Research & Development tasks. This includes leading the development and commercialization of aseptic dairy beverage products while serving as the technical expert for UHT processing, quality assurance, regulatory compliance, and industry thought leadership.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the ideation, development, and scale-up of aseptic dairy beverage products from concept through commercialization, leveraging advanced expertise in UHT, ESL, and other aseptic processing technologies. Serve as the subject matter expert for UHT processing, packaging, and validation, ensuring robust process controls, compliance with global food safety standards (GMP/cGMP, HACCP, PMO, FDA), and alignment with business strategy and market trends.
- Design and execute complex experiments to optimize product quality, stability, and sensory attributes, with a focus on ingredient interactions, microbiological safety, and shelf-life extension. Monitor and evaluate emerging technologies, ingredient innovations, and regulatory changes, proactively recommending strategic adaptations to maintain competitive advantage.
- Oversee multiple concurrent R&D projects while collaborating with cross-functional teams (QA/QC, Operations, Regulatory, Marketing) to accelerate new product development and resolve technical challenges. Develop and maintain advanced documentation, including experimental protocols, validation reports, and regulatory submissions, ensuring all formulations and processes meet or exceed regulatory requirements.
- Lead troubleshooting and root cause analysis for complex quality or safety issues, implementing corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives. Champion food safety culture and aseptic best practices throughout the organization, driving organizational excellence in process controls and regulatory compliance.
- Represent the company at industry conferences, technical forums, and with key customers, sharing insights and establishing thought leadership in UHT dairy beverage science. Build strategic relationships with industry partners and stakeholders to drive innovation and competitive positioning in the aseptic beverage market.
Min. Qualifications
- Master’s degree in food science, Dairy Science, Chemical Engineering, or related field is preferred.
- Minimum 5-7 years of progressive R&D with 3-5 years in dairy UHT beverages experience, with a record of technical leadership and successful product launches.
- Demonstrated expertise in UHT processing/ESL, process validation, and product launches.
- Experience with project management and cross-functional team leadership.
Byrne
Headquartered in LaFayette, Byrne is a Central New York-based dairy company with a legacy spanning over 90 years. Its operations include an extended shelf-life (ESL) and ultra-high temperature (UHT) pasteurization plant in DeWitt, as well as an ESL manufacturing facility in Cortlandville. Byrne also maintains warehouse facilities in Syracuse and East Syracuse, along with a dedicated ice cream center in Syracuse. As a recognized industry leader, Byrne continues to drive innovation at the forefront of dairy processing and product development.