Analytical Research Technician - Pet Nutrition R&D

Kemin; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Financial Package

Health and Wellness Support

Career Development and Advancement

Continued Learning Opportunities

Service Opportunities

Job summary

Kemin is seeking a Research Technician for a temporary one-year assignment onsite in Des Moines, IA. The role supports Palatant and Specialty Protein R&D through analytical testing and data generation, preparing samples, and performing GC-MS and LC-MS analyses using established methods.

You will maintain documentation, operate GC/HPLC systems, and adhere to SOPs while contributing to high-volume research samples in a structured lab environment.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, Food Science, or related field.
• Three or more years of relevant laboratory experience preferred.
• Experience with analytical instrumentation in lab environment (GC, HPLC) is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support Palatant and Specialty Protein R&D through analytical testing and sample prep.
• Operate GC and HPLC instrumentation.
• Follow SOPs and complete assigned work.
• Conduct lab experiments under supervision and operate lab equipment.
• Maintain electronic lab notebooks with accurate data.
• Organize and maintain lab equipment and instrumentation.
• Adhere to laboratory safety practices.

Skills

GC/HPLC experience

Analytical data handling

Laboratory teamwork

Education

Chemistry/Biology degree

Tools

GC

HPLC

Job description

Kemin is seeking a Research Technician for a temporary one-year assignment onsite in Des Moines, IA. The role supports Palatant and Specialty Protein R&D through analytical testing and data generation, preparing samples, and performing GC-MS and LC-MS analyses using established methods.

You will maintain documentation, operate GC/HPLC systems, and adhere to SOPs while contributing to high-volume research samples in a structured lab environment.