Cell Culture Technician

Cell Culture Technician Location US-KS-Lenexa Posted Date 22 hours ago (10/27/2026 11:39 AM) Job ID 2026-12408 # Positions 1 Position Type Regular Full-Time Overview Kickstart your career in vaccine manufacturing! Hennessy Research Associates - a Kemin Company is hiring for a Cell Culture Technicial Operator. Step into the heart of biotech innovation as a Cell Culture Technical Operator, where you'll handle the foundational process of growing animal cells from frozen stocks in liquid nitrogen. You'll work with diverse cell types, nurturing them through each stage of development—stocking, growing, and preparing them for vaccine production. This is your entry point into a high-impact industry that protects animal health and drives scientific progress This position is based on-site at our Lenexa, Kansas location. Join the Kemin Team and Transform Lives! We are a privately held, family-owned-and-operated global biotechnology company driven by curiosity and committed to transforming the quality of life for people, pets, and the planet. We create solutions that strengthen health and wellbeing, provide nutrition and immune support for pets and production animals, safeguard the planet’s natural resources, and protect the global food supply chain for generations to come. We supply over 500 specialty ingredients for various industries, including human and animal health and nutrition, pet food, aquaculture, nutraceutical, food technologies, crop technologies, textiles, biofuels, and animal vaccines. We employ 3,500 global employees and operations in 90 countries, including manufacturing facilities in Belgium, Brazil, China, Egypt, India, Italy, San Marino, Singapore, South Africa, and the United States. As a valued member of our team, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your financial, physical, and professional well-being: Competitive Financial Package : Enjoy a rewarding salary, uncapped bonus opportunities, a 401k match program, and generous paid vacation and holidays. Career Development and Advancement : Unlock your potential with opportunities for growth and development throughout your entire career. Continued Learning Opportunities : Grow your skills with our in-house learning platforms, offering thousands of training resources both live and online, and take advantage of tuition reimbursement for external post-secondary pursuits. Service Opportunities : Make a positive impact with paid time off for volunteering in your community Responsibilities Perform routine tasks in the biological production laboratory under GMP conditions Maintain and manage various cell lines: Initiate, passage, and cryopreserve cells Conduct viral infection processes including: Infection, harvesting, clarification, inactivation, stabilization, and storage Monitor and manage inventory related to biological production activities Adhere to all safety protocols and SOPs to ensure compliance with USDA regulations Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support production goals Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Animal Science or related scientific field (Biology, Microbiology, Virology) with 0-2 years of related experience Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment Excellent organizational and communication skills We are an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed/religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status (where applicable), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy/childbirth/breastfeeding or related conditions, age (40+), disability (including the use of a service animal), genetic information, marital status, familial or caregiver status, military or veteran status, status as a victim of domestic violence, reproductive health decision‑making, and any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We also prohibit retaliation for raising concerns or participating in an EEO process. Applicants who need a reasonable accommodation to apply or interview can email TalentAcquisition.US@Kemin.com . A post-offer background check and drug screen is required. Additional pre-employment requirements may be necessary based on position. Kemin is a drug-free and tobacco-free campus. #LI-AF4 Options Apply for this job online Apply Share Refer this job to a friend Refer Sorry the Share function is not working properly at this moment. Please refresh the page and try again later. Share on your newsfeed Application FAQs Software Powered by ICIMS www.icims.com