Sr. CLS Associate Location RU-Lipetsk Posted Date 19 hours ago(9/25/2024 8:19 AM) Job ID 2024-10470 # Positions 1 Category CLS Position Type Regular Full-Time 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 customerContribute 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 guidelinesContribute in providing technical advice and recommendations for our customers based on the outcome of the experimentsContribute in development, validation and implementation of new and improved test methods (including the use of statistical analysis)Maintain CLS database, files, and log booksMaintain good laboratory practices in recording data, calibration of equipment to ensure accuracy of results, general laboratory maintenance and disposalTrouble-shooting and problem solving of product/process failureManaging the CLS lab and ensure optimal analytical workingPerform literature search to continuously extend knowledge in the field of anti-oxidants, mycotoxins and anti-microbials for food and feed

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Qualifications Minimal a master’s degree in chemistry, biochemistry or bioengineering, a PhD degree is an assetMinimum 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 analysisFamiliar with quality systems (e.g. ISO)Experience in evaluating and interpreting dataExperience with writing reportsGood oral and written skills in English and RussianComputer literateVery hands-on, good organization skills, pro-active, and strife for challenges and personal growthAble to work independently under pressureAble to travel within EMEAFlexible, diligent, good team player with self-motivation and initiativeA very good and open communicator