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Overview
TekWissen Group is a workforce management provider throughout the USA and many other countries worldwide. The job opportunity below is for one of our clients specializing in biotechnology product development services. Our client is dedicated to supplying laboratory equipment, chemicals, supplies, and services essential in healthcare, scientific research, safety, and education. As the global leader in serving the field of science, our client boasts an annual revenue of around $40 billion with a mission to empower customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. Our client's global team is committed to delivering an unparalleled blend of cutting-edge technologies, convenient procurement options, and pharmaceutical services under their industry-leading brands.
Position: Lab Technician / Formulation Technician I
Location: Bend, OR, 97701
Duration: 12 Months (Possible conversion to FTE depending on performance and business need)
Job Type: Contract
Work Type: Onsite
Shift: Monday-Friday from 08:00 AM to 05:00 PM
Position Objective:
How will you make an impact?
- The Formulation Scientist I provides technical and manufacturing support to the Formulation and Process Development team in the production of pharmaceutical Spray Dried Intermediates (SDI) and Solid Dosage Forms (tablets, capsules, sachets).
What will you do?
- Assist senior group members in designing experiments, drafting protocols, troubleshooting equipment and processes, and gathering experimental data in lab notebooks consistent with company policy and good laboratory practices
- Learn to assemble and present technical data to clients and colleagues
- Assemble, disassemble, operate and clean process equipment such as spray dryers, tablet presses, mills, roller compactors, fluid beds, hot melt extruders, and blenders.
- Perform routine powder and tablet characterization.
- Perform general maintenance on research & development (R&D) process and laboratory equipment as needed.
How will you get here?
Education
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Bachelor's degree in physical science, chemistry, chemical science, material science, engineering, or related field preferred
Experience
- Two years of technical experience in research lab or pharmaceutical industry required.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
- Good work ethic, mechanical aptitude, and a desire to learn.
- Ability to multi-task and handle shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Attention to detail and the ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Basic knowledge of pharmaceutical formulations and solid dosage form unit operations preferred.
TekWissen Group is an equal opportunity employer supporting workforce diversity.
