Research Technician

Kemin Industries is a privately held, family-owned-and-operated global biotechnology company driven by curiosity and committed to transforming the quality of life for people, pets, and the planet. We create solutions that strengthen health and wellbeing, provide nutrition and immune support for pets and production animals, safeguard the planet’s natural resources, and protect the global food supply chain. We supply over 500 specialty ingredients for various industries, including human and animal health and nutrition, pet food, aquaculture, nutraceutical, food technologies, crop technologies, textiles, biofuels, and animal vaccines. With 3,500 global employees and operations in 90 countries, we maintain manufacturing facilities in Belgium, Brazil, China, Egypt, India, Italy, San Marino, Singapore, South Africa, and the United States.

About the role

This role performs routine laboratory and stability testing, prototype evaluations, validation support, and technical documentation. The position is based onsite at our World Headquarters in Des Moines, Iowa, and follows a Monday through Friday schedule during standard business hours.

Responsibilities

• Supports and assists scientific team with various R&D projects
• Routine laboratory testing and prototype evaluation
• Stability study pulls and testing
• Validation run monitoring and documentation
• Report and white paper generation
• Packaging and qualification support activities
• General laboratory operations, inventory, and equipment support
• Routine quality and documentation activities, including change management support and specification updates

Requirements

• Associate's Degree with 0-2 years of relevant experience
• Must be highly motivated, reliable, and self-sufficient
• Attention to detail and awareness of safety
• Proficient verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and/or in a team environment
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions and work in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office
• Experience operating analytical instrumentation such as HPLC

Benefits

• Competitive Financial Package: Rewarding salary, uncapped bonus opportunities, 401k match program, and generous paid vacation and holidays
• Health and Wellness Support: Fitness reimbursement for the whole family, access to an on-site fitness center, a restaurant offering seasonal fresh food options, and free fresh fruit in break areas
• Career Development and Advancement: Opportunities for growth and development throughout your career
• Continued Learning Opportunities: In-house learning platforms with thousands of training resources (live and online), and tuition reimbursement for external post-secondary pursuits
• Service Opportunities: Paid time off for service, partnerships with The World Food Programme and Habitat for Humanity, and local community initiatives