Associate Scientist

Kemin Industries, Inc. • Lenexa, KS

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About The Position

Hennesy Research Associates - a Kemin company is looking for an Associate Scientist with a strong focus on ELISA creation and development. Step into the heart of innovation as an ELISA Scientist, where your benchwork drives breakthroughs in veterinary medicine. You'll lead the charge in developing potency assays, crafting and executing ELISA protocols, and solving complex analytical puzzles that shape how the USDA evaluates product efficacy. This is more than R&D - it's your chance to define the science behind real-world impact. If you're passionate about precision, problem-solving, and pioneering research, this is where your expertise belongs. 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:

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in a scientific field with 7+ years of relevant experience
• Skilled at experimental design, sterile technique, data evaluation, project management, and problem solving.
• Experience in cell culture and sterile technique and knowledge of hybridoma based monoclonal antibody generation.
• Expertise in standard laboratory procedures such as ELISA and SoftMax Pro Software. Experience with the JESS automated western blot system.
• Must be able to work independently or on a team and have the ability to work in a fast-paced multidisciplinary environment.
• Excellent Scientific skills in experiment design and data collection, able to maintain instruments.
• Detail oriented, organized, prioritization skills and motivated by accomplishment.
• Ability to understand and perform advanced statistical analysis.
• Analytical lab skills with a strong scientific curiosity and innovative thinking.
• Fluent in English. Excellent written and oral communication skills with ability to present ideas effectively.
• Advanced computer knowledge (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, etc.).
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Masters Degree or PhD in a scientific field with 3+ years of relevant experience is preferred

Responsibilities

• Independently conduct innovative scientific experiments and translate research into practical applications.
• Perform literature reviews and provide written summaries that are incorporated into strategy.
• Designing and executing enzyme-linked immunoassay (ELISA) potency assays.
• Independently develop and review SOP's, research protocols and research methods; design safety procedures.
• Independently perform advanced data analysis and review other's data to provide input and insight.
• Must keep detailed records of activities and prepare written documents including research reports and method protocols
• Independently, collect, interpret and document research data.
• Generate scientific publications for internal and external publication, with guidance and review.
• Prepare and present data analytics and research in multiple formats both internally and externally.
• Review internal publication across Kemin.
• Identify and participate in external research collaborations.
• Contribute to strategic planning process and customer meetings.
• Provides instruction and training to interns and junior staff.
• Ability to balance multiple projects, meet deadlines, meticulous record keeping skills, excellent oral and written communication skills, ability to work independently but also cooperate and work well with the entire R&D team.
• Other duties/projects as assigned

Benefits

• Competitive Financial Package: Enjoy a rewarding salary, uncapped bonus opportunities, a 401k match program, and generous paid vacation and holidays.
• 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 volunteering in your community

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Chemical Manufacturing
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees