Responsibilities

Job Description Summary:

The Compound & Chemical Formulation Technician provides critical laboratory support through the preparation, handling, and management of chemical and compound formulations. This role ensures accurate and timely compound creation, compliant documentation, and safe handling of all materials to enable reliable scientific results. The technician also manages the associated chemical inventory, maintains equipment, and supports overall lab efficiency and compliance.

Job Responsibilities:

• Formulate and prepare compound allocations (2–3 per week, or as required) using manual pipetting and automation per SOPs and Work Instructions.
• Register, label, disburse, and archive compound allocations in customer systems with precision and full traceability.
• Receive, store, track, and deliver chemicals, consumables, and bulk materials across laboratory and warehouse locations.
• Monitor chemical and consumable stock levels, conduct periodic checks, and coordinate timely replenishment to prevent research delays.
• Operate and maintain laboratory instrumentation such as HPLC, automation platforms, and associated data systems (e.g., CISPro, ELN).
• Inspect, clean, and maintain formulation equipment to ensure quality and operational readiness.
• Conduct raw material acceptance testing, sampling, and reporting to confirm compliance with specifications.
• Maintain and update Safety Data Sheets (SDS/MSDS) and ensure adherence to GLP/GxP, safety, and environmental standards.
• Place and track chemical and consumable orders, liaise with procurement, and resolve delivery or invoice discrepancies.
• Assist in developing and refining SOPs, implementing lean practices, and identifying opportunities for process improvement.
• Provide training and cross-coverage support within the lab support organization as needed.
• Collaborate with scientists, safety personnel, and support teams to ensure seamless laboratory operations.

Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities of this job at any time  

Critical Skills:

• Strong attention to detail and technical accuracy in chemical preparation and data recording.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to balance multiple priorities.
• Knowledge of GLP/GxP principles, laboratory safety, and chemical handling procedures.
• Proficiency in MS Office and laboratory software platforms (e.g., CISPro, ELN, SAP preferred).
• Effective interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to team goals in a fast-paced research environment.

Basic Qualifications:

• Associate’s degree in Chemistry, Biology, or related scientific discipline and 2+ years of relevant laboratory experience, or
•  High School Diploma or equivalent with 4+ years of experience in a laboratory or chemical handling environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a scientific field with prior experience in compound formulation or chemical inventory management.
• Familiarity with automation systems, liquid handling, and analytical instrumentation (e.g., HPLC).
• Working knowledge of GLP/GxP, SDS/MSDS management, and laboratory documentation practices.
• Experience with lean process improvement or continuous improvement initiatives.

Working Environment:

• Must be able to work in a laboratory, controlled environments requiring personal protective equipment (e.g., lab coat, safety glasses, etc.) in laboratory. 
• Job pace may be fast and job completion demands may be high. 
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position more than 25% of the time 
• The person needs to occasionally move between labs, corridors, adjoining rooms, and buildings onsite Frequently operate on instruments, objects, tools or controls, which will require regularly bending, squatting, stretching and reaching in order to perform in a service function.   
• Occasionally move or lift up to 25 pounds (potential for occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds). 
• Specific vision abilities required by this position include without limitation, the ability to observe details at close range distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus in order to perform the essential service functions of this position.   
• Occasionally operates a computer and other office machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer. 
• Employee may be required to handle hazardous waste according to local, state, and federal regulations.  Duties may include identifying, handling, generating, accumulating, storing and labeling hazardous waste. 
• Potential risk to lab-based hazards including but not limited to extreme temperature, biological materials, and hazardous chemicals.
• May be required to complete Medical Clearance, Respiratory Protection Training, and Fit Testing to wear a respirator as protection against hazards present in the laboratory environment.

The annual compensation range for this full-time position is $(49,000) to $(66,000). The final base pay offered to the successful candidate will be determined by factors including internal equity, work location, as well as individual qualifications, such as job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.