Research Analyst Formulations

Job Summary

BASIC SUMMARY: From Test Article receipt to disposition, the Formulations team works with internal customers and clients providing logistical resources to produce reproducible formulations, investigating/troubleshooting where necessary to achieve a time-oriented, quality formulation bound by Protocol requirements. The Research Analyst is proficient in the setup and execution of formulations, under supervision and learning to perform skills independently.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Calculate required vehicle and test article amounts based on study criteria for preparations.
• Work towards independently generating, verifying, and/or reviewing instructions, and other study data as needed, based on body weights, days of dosing, etc.
• Ability to follow detailed protocols and other reference materials to generate instructions for preparation and sampling of formulated test materials.
• Apply laboratory experience to participate in troubleshooting.
• Demonstrates effective communication skills through formal discussions.
• Actively participate in laboratory development and process improvement initiatives.
• Recognize Formulation and/or data issues and communication those issues.
• Verify and/or review shipments and formulation procedures.
• Identify potential scientific issues and develop solutions.
• Execution of formulation instructions and preparation procedures.
• Effectively direct junior technical staff in the execution of formulation instructions and preparation procedures.
• Assist to sterilize laboratory equipment using autoclave or other methods
• Assist in washing and maintenance of glassware and lab cleanliness
• Consult with Sponsor representatives and Principal Investigators/Study Directors on appropriate formulation methods for assigned compounds.
• Participate in scientific discussions with internal and external customers.
• Participate in laboratory investigations, providing scientific input and direction, as needed.
• Participate in the development of procedures for formulation of test articles and compounds in vehicle components for dosing.
• Be responsible for the disposal and transport of residual dosing material, non-regulated pharmaceutical solids, accumulated single-use containers to designated waste receiving areas
• Demonstrate effective communication skills through informal discussions with peers, supervisor, and team 
• Performs all other related duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education: High School diploma or General Education Degree (G.E.D.) preferred. Associate’s degree (A.A./A.S.), CPhT or equivalent recommended. Bachelor’s degree (B.A./B.S.) or equivalent strongly recommended.
• Experience: Minimum 3 years relevant experience with High school diploma, GED, Associate’s degree, or CPhT. Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) in a relevant field with 1 year work experience Certification/Licensure: None.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities to achieve goals.
• Computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite), commensurate with essential functions, including the ability to learn a validated system.
• Ability to ensure that a safe working environment is maintained by observing all safety procedures and working methods by making proper use of protective clothing and equipment, and by reading, understanding, and following all safety documents issued or notified of.
•  Ability to ensure the integrity of the studies and fulfill the requirements by performing the activities according to the Business Operating Procedures (BOP) and the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) rules.
• Ability to work extended hours beyond normal work schedule to include, but not limited to evenings, weekends, extended shifts, and/or extra shifts, sometimes on short notice.
• Ability to work under specific time constraints.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Must be able to lift, move, manipulate and/or hold heavy objects up to and including 50 pounds; this includes work materials, equipment, and/or supplies.
• Must be able to perform procedures, standing or sitting, for long periods of time, using appropriate instruments, reaching with hands and arms, working in narrow spaces, and wearing safety equipment (PPE) according to OSHA regulations and company standards.
• Must be able to frequently hold and manipulate work materials while utilizing fine motor skills.
• Must be able to regularly provide information to and receive information from/through various technologies, media, sources, and contacts. Must be able to accurately exchange information in these situations.
• Regularly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer.
• Move about inside the work area to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• General office and lab working conditions, the noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to wear protective clothing (i.e., goggles, face shield, cap, gloves, scrubs, shoe covers), work near toxic or caustic chemicals, work with biohazards.
• The employee may occasionally be exposed to live animals with risk of exposure to allergens, zoonotic disease, and biohazards.
• The employee may occasionally be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, unpleasant odors, and extreme temperature conditions.
• The noise level in the work environment ranges from moderate to high depending upon the task being performed.

The pay range for this position is $23-30/hour.  Please note that salaries vary within the range based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, certifications, and location.