Assistant Formulations Coordinator -Dose Formulations

Assistant Formulations Coordinator -Dose Formulations

Greenfield Indiana

Are you ready to take your strong knowledge in preclinical research studies to the next phase. Do you excel at managing multiple priorities? Do you enjoy lab work and looking to have more project coordination duties?

The Assistant Formulations Coordinator is responsible for coordinating all dose formulation activities for multiple studies based on protocol and client directive. Point of communication for all departments with dose formulation. Schedules study events and creates mix procedures for the lab to follow. Duties include but not limited to:

• Interact with scientific staff and client to research formulation requirements for nonstandard test article preparations. Works with an experienced Formulation Coordinator to recommend modifications in formulation methods or procedures. Able to adapt techniques to new procedures or particular needs as directed.
• Provides technical guidance and oversight in the Dose Formulation laboratory.
• Supports the continuation of training of technicians (i.e., lead technician duties, use of equipment, standard formulations procedures).
• Prepares and calculates formulations and test material estimates.
• Reviews data and prepared materials.
• Assists a more experienced Formulation Coordinator and supervisor on various routine responsibilities (e.g.; direction of technicians, troubleshooting, and training).
• Assist in client visits and study initiations.
• Identifies areas of improvement to maximize data quality as well as the efficiency of the personnel and laboratory areas.
• Reports all animal care concerns and becomes involved in the resolution and appropriate corrective action, when necessary.
• Contributes to a cohesive team environment.
• Identifies and take appropriate action with problems, potential problems with protocols, SOPs, dose preparations, and schedules with the assistance of a more experienced Formulation Coordinator or supervisor.
• Identifies process improvement opportunities and recommends solutions.
• Performs and supports continuation of training of technicians (i.e., lead technician duties, use of equipment, standard formulations procedures).
• Recognizes deviations from expected results and takes appropriate action with the assistance of a more experienced Formulation Coordinator, including informing supervisor, documenting appropriately, and recommending course of action.
• Resolves problems with the assistance of a more experienced Formulation Coordinator and notifies supervisor of resolution. Recommends approach and carries out solution as directed, for more complicated problems.
• Assists in the implementation of novel mixing procedures and equipment.

Pay rate $22-$27 per hour. All job offers will be based on a candidate’s skills and prior relevant experience, applicable degrees/certifications, as well as internal equity and market data.

Education/Qualifications/Experience

• BS degree in life science such as chemistry, biology, microbiology, biotechnology OR AS degree in Veterinary Science

• Highly prefer candidate with 1+ years of hands on experience with preclinical research studies and/or storage and sample management of drug formulations or test articles from preclinical studies

• Prefer candidate with strong GLP knowledge

Benefits: Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, 401(k), Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO), Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Stock Purchase Plan.  Casual, PRN & Part Time employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours are eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan only.  For more detailed information, please click here. 

Labcorp is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer:

Labcorp strives for inclusion and belonging in the workforce and does not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kind. We make employment decisions based on the needs of our business and the qualifications and merit of the individual. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), family or parental status, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, personal appearance, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. Additio