NEW JOB OPENING
GRAIN QUALITY ANALYST
IN Ankeny, IA, USA!

 

Date Posted: 06/17/2026
Hiring Organization: Rose International
Position Number: 502957
Industry: Biotech/Healthcare
Job Title: Grain Quality Analyst
Job Location: Ankeny, IA, USA, 50021
Work Model: Onsite
Shift: M-F 7:30am start 8 hour shifts
Employment Type: Temporary
FT/PT: Full-Time
Estimated Duration (In months): 6
Min Hourly Rate($): 21.00
Max Hourly Rate($): 24.00
Must Have Skills/Attributes: Analytical Chemistry, Laboratory, Science
Nice To Have Skills/Attributes: Agriculture
Experience Desired: Analytical chemistry laboratory experience (1-3 yrs); Familiarity with Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) (1-3 yrs)
Required Minimum Education: Bachelor’s Degree

**C2C is not available**

 

Job Description
REQUIRED EDUCATION

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, Chemical Engineering, or a related scientific discipline. Relevant hands-on experience may be accepted as a substitute for formal degree requirements.



REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• One to three years of analytical chemistry laboratory or analytical testing experience.

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a laboratory setting.

• Commitment to maintaining accurate data and quality standards.

• Familiarity with Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS).



PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Hands-on experience with one or more of the following analytical techniques is preferred: total combustion analysis, elemental analysis, calorimetry, Gas Chromatography (GC), NIR Spectroscopy, NMR, total oil analysis, colorimetry, falling number, farinograph, mixograph, and bench-top wet chemical analyses



SUMMARY

Seeking a detail-oriented Grain Quality Analyst to join its analytical laboratory team in Ankeny, Iowa. This position supports grain quality and analytical testing operations by receiving, preparing, and analyzing samples while ensuring accurate and timely laboratory results.



The successful candidate will work in a fast-paced laboratory environment and contribute to high-quality analytical testing that supports customer needs and business objectives.



RESPONSIBILITIES

• Receive, identify, log, and prepare incoming samples for analysis.

• Verify sample labeling and testing requirements.

• Perform laboratory analyses according to ISO procedures and established work instructions.

• Prioritize testing activities based on customer needs and laboratory capacity.

• Generate accurate analytical data and maintain data integrity.

• Coordinate multiple testing projects within a high-throughput laboratory environment.

• Document and report results accurately and efficiently.

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver quality laboratory services.



***Drug screen & criminal background check will be required
  • **Only those lawfully authorized to work in the designated country associated with the position will be considered.**

  • **Please note that all Position start dates and duration are estimates and may be reduced or lengthened based upon a client’s business needs and requirements.**


 

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Rose International is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender (expression or identity), national origin, arrest and conviction records, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Positions located in San Francisco and Los Angeles, California will be administered in accordance with their respective Fair Chance Ordinances.

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Rose International has an official agreement (ID #132522), effective June 30, 2008, with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, Employment Verification Program (E-Verify). (Posting required by OCGA 13/10-91.).

 

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About Rose

  • Founded in 1993
  • Office Locations Across the U.S.
  • 150+ Clients: Corporations and Government Agencies
  • Employee Oriented Company
  • Challenging Assignments Across the U.S.
  • Continuous Professional Development

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