Overall Function:  

The incumbent is responsible for the innovation, feasibility determination, and development of high-risk projects.

Job Responsibilities:

• Focus and prioritize projects and assume responsibility for their success; lead two to three projects in compliance with the Product Innovation Process
• Work closely with other R&D Scientists to ensure that new technologies are developed in an efficient and timely fashion
• Actively participate in identifying research areas that could lead to the development of new products
• Interact with customers to address technical or regulatory questions and provide solutions to problems regarding Kemin
• Write research proposals and solicit external funding
• Write, review, and approve various professional documents, for both internal and external use

Qualifications & Experience:

• M.S. in chemistry or comparable chemistry field with 1-3 years experience (SRA2) or B.S. in chemistry with up to 3-5 years experience (SRA1-2)
• M.S. with experience strongly preferred
• 3-5 years of broad experience and expertise in chemistry, biochemistry, and organic chemistry
• 2-3 years of experience in an industrial setting is strongly desired
• Proven track record of accomplishments; accomplishments in commercialization by taking products based on new technologies to market successfully is desired, but not required
• Experience as an effective project team player
• Detail-oriented, highly organized, and motivated by accomplishment

Skills Required:

• Strong written and oral communication skills with a minimal English proficiency level of Intermediate Mid as defined in the ACTFL Proficiency Guidelines. 
• Strong experimental design and problem solving skills
• Ability to present ideas effectively and communicate well with all levels of management within a team environment on a variety of programs and projects
• Ability to work independently
• Effective at time management
• Project planning skills and development of project timelines
• Advanced computer knowledge
• Ability to work in a changing environment

Decision Making & Freedom To Act:

Kemin believes in allowing its employees the freedom to make decisions and action them in accordance with their ability and level of reporting.

Working Conditions:

The Senior Research Associate is based at Kemin Industries with headquarters in Des Moines, Iowa. The position is considered 40 hours per week but requires flexibility.

To Apply:

E-mail: Jobs at Kemin
Please include the position title in the subject line of your e-mail.

On Line: Job Application Form

Mail:
HUMAN RESOURCES DEPT
KEMIN INDUSTRIES, INC.
2100 MAURY ST
PO Box 70
DES MOINES IA 50306-0070

Fax: 515.559.5232

Kemin Industries, Inc. offers a tobacco-free environment and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates will need to pass a pre-employment drug screening.