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Sr. Formulation Technician

TekWissen Group
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  • Position:            Sr. Formulation Technician 
  • Location:          Austin, TX, 78744 
  • Duration:          12 Months   
  • Job Type:          Temporary Assignment   
  • Work Type:      Onsite   
  • Shift:                 Monday to Friday 1st Shift 

                           

Job Description:  

  • You will support the production and testing of various reagents for qPCR and sample preparation applications including master mixes, nucleic acid purification, and internal positive controls for use in various workflows such as veterinary diagnostics, USDA-certified, and custom products.
  • Our team is dynamic and fast-paced, relying on collaboration, multitasking, and communication within the team and the larger organization.
  • We are seeking an upbeat individual with strong communication, technical, and operational skills to join our team as Scientist I, Formulation. 

Responsibilities: 

  • Formulate buffers and other reagents for biotech applications in a clean manufacturing environment. 
  • Isolate and dilute nucleic acids using pipetting and spectrophotometric techniques. 
  • Perform quality control testing on buffers and nucleic acids, including pH, conductivity, agarose gels, and nucleic acid purification using magnetic beads and quantification by qPCR. 
  • Troubleshoot manufacturing and quality control activities and record results in technical reports. 
  • Revise and edit existing manufacturing protocols; participate in the development of manufacturing protocols for new products. 
  • Participate in Practical Process Improvement projects. 
  • Run manufacturing metrics for process control and productivity savings. 
  • Prioritize and schedule work to ensure on-time delivery. 
  • Handle inventory accurately and effectively. 
  • Collaborate with peers from various groups. 
  • Train co-workers on instrumentation and manufacturing processes. 
  • Adhere to ISO guidelines, USDA regulations, and quality policy. 

Requirements: 

  • Bachelor's degree (B.S.) in Biochemistry or related field, or equivalent experience. 
  • 1+ years of of related post-undergraduate experience preferred. 
  • Demonstrated ability in operating, troubleshooting, and maintaining complex laboratory equipment. 
  • Detailed understanding of chemical interaction necessary for PCR systems. 
  • Familiarity with troubleshooting techniques and statistical quality control.