Jasmine Kataria

About Jasmine Kataria

Food scientist specializing in antimicrobial validation and clean‑label preservation, with a focus on improving safety and extending shelf life across food and beverage systems. Lead microbial challenge studies and shelf‑life validation programs Partner across R&D, quality, regulatory, and commercial teams Translate complex microbial data into clear, actionable guidance Develop practical, scalable, and compliant preservation strategies Curiosity about how microbes behave in complex, high‑moisture foods A commitment to advancing food safety through thoughtful, science‑first solutions Passion for clean‑label approaches that balance safety, simplicity, and consumer expectations The challenge of optimizing shelf life without compromising quality or transparency Helping teams make confident decisions by simplifying microbiology Contributing to products that meaningfully reduce waste and improve consistency Building preservation systems that strengthen both safety outcomes and consumer trust

Experience

1. Senior Scientist

   Kerry

   Oct 2025 — Present

Education

• The University of Georgia

  Doctor of Philosophy - PhD, Food Science and Technology

• Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana

  Bachelor's of Agricultural sciences, Food Science

  2013 — 2017

• Auburn University

  Master's degree, Food Science

  2017 — 2019