Formulation Technician

Job Title: Formulation TechnicianLocation: Haskell R&D Center – Newark, DE 19711100% onsiteDuration: 12 Months contractReports To: Analytical & Formulary Group LeaderFunction: R&DDepartment: Mammalian ToxicityJob SummaryConduct technical laboratory assignments in support of in vitro and in vivo toxicology testing and research. With minimal guidance from supervision or the Analytical & Formulary Group Leader, and within established procedures:Guide Formulation and Sample management technician.Prepare formulation sheets and documents for use on studies conducted at Haskell.Prepare formulations for use on studies conducted at Haskell.Manage the receipt, storage, distribution, and disposition of test substances according to SOPs, GLPs, and established safety procedures.Maintain appropriate documentation utilizing laboratory information/data management tools.Duties and Responsibilities:Understand and strictly adhere to all GLP, SOP, and company procedures.Receive, track, store, distribute, and dispose of test substances for use in studies conducted by or for Haskell R&D Center to meet business needs and GLP and regulatory expectations.Write and follow formulation procedures to produce diet and dose formulations for in vivo and in vitro studies.Use standard laboratory equipment and techniques including sterile skills to prepare formulations.Maintain laboratory notebooks containing all raw data and related documents.Education:BS degree or equivalent experience in a scientific field (e.g., Chemistry, Biology, Animal Sciences).Experience:A minimum of 3 years relevant experience in a laboratory setting is preferred.Knowledge and ExperienceAbility to understand and use documents such as Safety Data Sheets (SDS), Certificates of Analysis, etc.Experience working with chemicals and/or biologicals in a laboratory settingWear safety glasses/labcoat/N95 masks, lift 25-lb bags, and operate mixersDemonstrated knowledge of GLP proceduresAbility to work independently with minimum supervisionDemonstrated computer skills including Microsoft OfficeAbility to understand and use basic algebraAbility to use applicable databases to complete assignmentsAttention to detail and precision