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Research Associate (Temporary) - Specialty Crop

Kemin
$44,452 - $53,743 a year
Des Moines County, Iowa
2 weeks ago
Overview:
Kemin is looking for a temporary Research Associate to join our Specialty Crop Improvement team!

Under direct supervision, this role is responsible for providing technical support to R&D projects by performing a variety of tasks within well-defined guidelines using various scientific methodologies. The Research Associate performs tasks in a laboratory setting or other research setting.


This is a full-time temporary position lasting six months.

Join the Kemin Team and Transform Lives!
We are 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 for generations to come.

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.

We employ 3,500 global employees and operations in 90 countries, including manufacturing facilities in Belgium, Brazil, China, Egypt, India, Italy, San Marino, Singapore, South Africa, and the United States.
As a valued member of our team, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your financial, physical, and professional well-being:
  • Competitive Financial Package: Enjoy a rewarding salary, uncapped bonus opportunities, a 401k match program, and generous paid vacation and holidays.
  • Health and Wellness Support: Stay fit and healthy with our 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: Unlock your potential with opportunities for growth and development throughout your entire career.
  • Continued Learning Opportunities: Grow your skills with our in-house learning platforms, offering thousands of training resources both live and online, and take advantage of tuition reimbursement for external post-secondary pursuits.
  • Service Opportunities: Make a positive impact with paid time off for service, partnerships with The World Food Programme and Habitat for Humanity, and local community initiatives.
Responsibilities:
  • Perform lab experiments within well-defined guidelines and under direct supervision; operate laboratory equipment.
  • Perform literature reviews and provide written summary.
  • Draft SOP’s, research protocols and research methods, with supervision.
  • Perform basic data analysis, with supervision.
  • Collect, interpret and document research data, with supervision.
  • Prepare and present research data and analytics in multiple formats.
  • Contribute to scientific publications used for internal purposes.
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in scientific field with 0-3 years' experience
  • Ability to work under pressure and able to handle multiple projects efficiently.
  • Analytical lab skills with a strong scientific curiosity and innovative thinking.
  • Reliable and self-motivated.
  • Good understanding of Microsoft office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
  • Good written and oral communication skills.
  • Basic understanding of English, both written and oral.
  • Ability to interact well with others in a team environment.


A post-offer background check and drug screen is required. Additional pre-employment
requirements may be necessary based on position.

Kemin is an equal opportunity employer, and all reasonable accommodations will be considered.

Kemin is a drug-free and tobacco-free campus.

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