A Laboratory Technician performs routine tests on samples of body fluids, tissues, and other substances for diagnostic and research purposes. Works under the supervision of a medical laboratory technologist in a laboratory or healthcare facility.
Formulation Development Center Manager General, Posting:
Our Research and Development group seeks a Laboratory Technician to: Support product changes and ingredient substitution projects in line with business needs Support production novation projects and execution laboratory formulation and analytical processes Provide laboratory support for stake holders in the above, e.g. Quality and Manufacturing functions
Essential Roles, Activities:
Support key functions in Operations such as quality and procurement in the changing of formulation ingredients as defined by business need. Conduct physical and chemical testing of commercial or experimental formulations of crop protection products Check chemical stability of formulations with analytical tests (LC,GCand GC-MS) and interpret analytical outputs. Work diligently and efficiently, optimizing the process for ingredient changes focusing on throughput and quality. Provide a record of compositions, test results, methods etc. in lab documented reports Prepare reports, presentation son results of laboratory testing Collaborate with internal function across the company such as (Marketing, Quality, Manufacturing, Supply Chain and Legal) to resolve issues, compatible with project success criteria and timelines. Conduct process studies on commercial or experimental formulations Prepare formulations for field and regulatory studies Support management of chemical inventory and chemical waste Identify lab equipment to facilitate lab safety and project efficiency Support establishment of trade secrets, patents, etc., involving formulations Work in accordance with established SOP's and procedures Input into process improvements and working practices Travel (<10% of time) to attend conferences, field tests, manufacturing trials, and training
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Education:
Bachelors degree(or equivalent)in Chemistry, Industrial Chemistry, Chemical & Process engineering or related fields.
Experience :
3-5 years of chemical laboratory experience (industrial or academic) in preparing formulations for agriculture, cosmetics, pharmaceutical, cleaners, or food, or personal care industries
Qualification:
hands-on experience with multi-phase mixtures (dispersions, emulsions, etc.)with various formulation production or analytical pieces of equipment Ability to work in a team environment Working knowledge of Microsoft office applications Ability to prioritize time and tasks and to work in a busy environment Flexibility to learn new tasks and skills Have good organizational and communication skills
