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Kemin Industries Sr. CLS Associate in Lipetsk, Russia
Overview
The primary purpose of this position is to execute and support customer laboratory service (CLS), application research and/or new Kemin product projects. This execution and support comes in several major areas, develop project protocols to demonstrate effectiveness of all products in potential customers’ operations, support Sales, Marketing and/or Technical Services Managers as an active team member, discussing projects and new opportunities for Kemin product sales, monitor test progress and summarize data to prove product effectiveness.
Responsibilities
Responsible for the initiation, execution and timely reporting of Customer Lab Service (CLS) projects, in order to support the value of our products and services to the customer
Contribute in design of experiments ensuring scientific rigor. Execute in an accurate manner the designed experiments to meet the agreed deadline and write the Laboratory Reports according to Kemin guidelines
Contribute in providing technical advice and recommendations for our customers based on the outcome of the experiments
Contribute in development, validation and implementation of new and improved test methods (including the use of statistical analysis)
Maintain CLS database, files, and log books
Maintain good laboratory practices in recording data, calibration of equipment to ensure accuracy of results, general laboratory maintenance and disposal
Trouble-shooting and problem solving of product/process failure
Managing the CLS lab and ensure optimal analytical working
Perform literature search to continuously extend knowledge in the field of anti-oxidants, mycotoxins and anti-microbials for food and feed
Qualifications
Minimal a master’s degree in chemistry, biochemistry or bioengineering, a PhD degree is an asset
Minimum 3 years of hands-on analytical lab experience including 1/ experience in separation technology 2/ analytical method development and 3/ troubleshooting experience with HPLC, and spectrophotometric instruments, knowledge in mass spectrometry is an advantage.
Experience with microbiology testing is a valuable asset
Demonstrated ability to translate, develop and adopt new methods and products and perform solid statistical analysis
Familiar with quality systems (e.g. ISO)
Experience in evaluating and interpreting data
Experience with writing reports
Good oral and written skills in English and Russian
Computer literate
Very hands-on, good organization skills, pro-active, and strife for challenges and personal growth
Able to work independently under pressure
Able to travel within EMEA
Flexible, diligent, good team player with self-motivation and initiative
A very good and open communicator
LocationRU-Lipetsk
Posted Date3 days ago(7/4/2024 8:13 AM)
Job ID 2024-10270
Positions 1
Category CLS
Position Type Regular Full-Time