Formulations Technician
About the role
As a Formulations Tech, your primary responsibilities include performing basic test and control article formulation, dose preparation and dispensing. Also responsible for receiving test and disposition of test and control articles or associated materials and maintaining chain of custody documentation associated with test and control materials, including inventory control.
Responsibilities
- Prepare, sample, and dispense more complex dose formulations including solutions and suspensions with guidance.
- Receive test materials, reagents, review, and reconcile test material receipt.
- Participate in disposition of formulation and test materials.
- Document and review raw data accurately while preparing and maintaining study notebooks.
- Reviews protocols and provides formulation comments.
- Prepare and ship materials as needed.
- Replenish supplies and maintains cleanliness of the laboratory and equipment.
- Understand and follow Good Laboratory Practices (GLP).
- May assist in study finalization and inventory of test materials in Dispense.
- May cross train to support pharmacy operations, i.e. dispense controlled substances.
- Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- BS in a scientific discipline, or relevant work experience.
- 0-1 years in a regulated environment.
- Equivalent combination of education and work experience may substitute for education requirement.
- Satisfactory performance, demonstrated skill and completion of required training will determine eligibility for advancement from current level.
- Ability to read and interpret technical documents and industry specific manuals.
- Ability to write advanced reports and correspondence.
- Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization.
- Solid reasoning ability.
- Ability to operate laboratory equipment.
- Ability to work with a diverse group of people in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to work cross functionally on process improvements.
- Demonstrated attention to detail.
- Ability to multi-task and maintain organization in a fast paced, changing environment.
- Ability to manage change, readily adapt to new projects and maintain a positive attitude toward work and co-workers.
- Be comfortable communicating with all levels of management and employees.
- Able to identify and resolve problems as they are encountered.
Qualifications
- BS in a scientific discipline, or relevant work experience.
- 0-1 years in a regulated environment.
- Equivalent combination of education and work experience may substitute for education requirement.
Skills
- Ability to read and interpret technical documents and industry specific manuals.
- Ability to write advanced reports and correspondence.
- Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization.
- Solid reasoning ability.
- Ability to operate laboratory equipment.
- Ability to work with a diverse group of people in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to work cross functionally on process improvements.
- Demonstrated attention to detail.
- Ability to multi-task and maintain organization in a fast paced, changing environment.
- Ability to manage change, readily adapt to new projects and maintain a positive attitude toward work and co-workers.
- Be comfortable communicating with all levels of management and employees.
- Able to identify and resolve problems as they are encountered.
Benefits
- Health/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans
- 401(k)/RRSP with Employer Match
- Paid Vacation and Holidays
- Paid Sick and Bereavement Leave
- Employee Assistance & Telehealth Programs
- Telework when applicable.
Pay
TBD
Schedule
TBD
Benefits
- Training & Development Programs
- Employee Referral Bonus Program
Company Culture
Moving in unison to deliver a big impact with a personal touch. Altasciences is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Our goal is to attract, develop and retain highly talented employees from diverse backgrounds, allowing us to benefit from a wide variety of experiences and perspectives.
Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or any other protected grounds under applicable legislation.