Kemin PhD Microbiologist Vacancy 2021 – Apply Online
The Research Associate will be responsible for research and development in microbiology and innovation of new concepts, including all experimental design, feasibility determination, execution, and analysis. The candidate will have a strong background in microbiology and biochemistry.
Job Title: Microbiologist
Location: US-IA-Des Moines
Qualifications
- Ph.D. in Microbiology or Biochemistry with 2+ years of relevant microbiology experience. (Academic experience included)
- MS in Microbiology or Biochemistry with 3+ years of relevant microbiology experience.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Microbiology with 3-5+ years related experience.
Candidates with more or less experience are encouraged to apply and be considered at a different level - Experience growing and culturing microorganisms, plants, and/or insects as subject matter for the development and evaluation of formulations.
- Experience designing multivariate studies for different formulations to minimize the number of replicates while maximizing the amount of information to obtain optimized finished antimicrobial product formulations.
- Experience with isolation, identification, and characterization of microorganisms from various environmental samples (including bacteria, fungi, and algae).
- Develop prototypes, validate efficacy, and assist with scale-up from development to production.
- Must have a solid understanding and adherence to the Servant Leadership philosophy.
Detail-oriented, organized, prioritization skills, and motivated by accomplishment. - Must be able to work independently and have the ability to work in a fast-paced multidisciplinary environment
- Ability to interact well with others in a team environment.
- Strong experimental design and problem-solving skills.
- Proactive communicator with good written and oral communication skills, suitable for external presentations.
- Advanced computer knowledge (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, etc.).
- Ability to understand and perform basic statistical analysis (SAS, StatGraphics, or comparable program).
- Analytical lab skills.
- Ability to maintain instruments.
- Excellent scientific skills in experiment design and data collection.
- Scientific curiosity and innovation.
- Handles multiple projects efficiently.
- Reliable and self-motivated.
- Good project management skills.
- Ability to apply knowledge quickly to projects.
Responsibilities
- Lead R&D projects, with regular supervision, and assume responsibility for their success.
- A high sense of accountability and initiative to ensure project success is required.
- Actively identify and lead research areas that could lead to new product development or process improvement, with minimal supervision.
- Perform literature reviews and incorporate into research strategies.
- Independently develop SOPs, research protocols, and research methods.
- Maintain accurate and detailed electronic laboratory notebooks.
- Develop documents in compliance with the Product Innovation Process.
- Independently perform advanced data analysis and interpretation, including statistical analysis.
- Independently perform laboratory experiments (plan, execute, analyze, and interpret results).
- Generate scientific publications used for internal or external purposes, with management review.
- Prepare and present research reports in multiple formats for both internal and external audiences.
- Review internal publications.
- Must adhere to laboratory standard operating procedures, documentation, and guidelines.
- Troubleshoot issues with laboratory equipment and instrumentation.
- Participate in external research collaborations, with management.
As a Kemin team member, you’ll receive…
- A competitive financial package- in addition to your salary, we offer an uncapped bonus opportunity, 401k match program, and paid vacation and holidays.
- Robust health and wellness support- we are proud to offer a fitness reimbursement (for your whole family!), an on-site fitness center, restaurant with seasonal fresh food options (and the ability to order food to bring home), and free fresh fruit in break areas- to name a few.
- Continued learning opportunities- Kemin offers tuition reimbursement and recently launched a new corporate university with online and in-person training opportunities for growth and development throughout your entire career.
- The chance to give back to our world- Through our foundation of servant leadership, we are proud to offer ample service opportunities, including paid time off to do so. Kemin has a valued corporate partnership with both The World Food Programme and Habitat for Humanity, in addition to many local initiatives.
- Opportunities to support our valued educators- Kemin is a proud sponsor of the Iowa Governor’s Stem Advisory Council where we fund annual teacher’s awards. In addition, we have a robust internship and externship program and frequently host student tours.
Kemin PhD Microbiologist Vacancy
