Dairy Scientist

$61,240 - $88,284/Yr

Agricultural Marketing Service - Lenexa, KS

Part-time,Full-time - Entry Level

Onsite - Lenexa, KS

Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods

About the position

The Dairy Scientist position at the U.S. Department of Agriculture involves conducting laboratory analyses of milk and dairy products to ensure quality and compliance with industry standards. The role requires interaction with industry representatives and the implementation of new testing methods to enhance laboratory processes. This is a full-time, permanent position based in Lenexa, KS, with some travel requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory analysis of milk for fat, protein, lactose, solids, and somatic cell count using infrared and wet chemical techniques.
• Analyze data using spreadsheet and graphical analysis to produce test reports.
• Interact with dairy industry representatives via telephone and written correspondence to coordinate dairy testing.
• Implement new dairy testing methods to improve processes.
• Maintain dairy lab equipment.
• Monitor dairy laboratory testing.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a physical or life science with at least 15 semester hours in chemistry, microbiology, or dairy and food-related sciences and at least 6 semester hours of mathematics or physics.
• 6 months or more of professional experience in a field directly related to the position, including laboratory analysis of dairy or food products by instrumental analysis and/or wet chemical techniques.
• Experience in performing laboratory analysis within a Quality Assurance Program.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with advanced laboratory techniques and instrumentation.
• Familiarity with regulatory standards in the dairy industry.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Long-term care insurance
• Retirement plan
• Thrift Savings Plan (similar to a 401(k))
• Flexible Spending Account
• Employee Assistance Program
• Personal leave days
• Paid federal holidays