Formulation Assistant

Maintain and clean laboratory glassware and other basic equipment. Write shipping letters and package samples for shipment. Receive chemicals and place them into storage. Assist formulation chemists in various projects at the supervisor's discretion.

• Clean and maintain laboratory glassware and basic equipment.
• Write shipping letters.
• Package samples for shipment.
• Receive and store chemicals.
• Maintain written records, as needed.
• Participate in in-house training programs for the technical staff
• Maintain confidential information
• Interact with the community and employees
• Support and participate in other company initiatives as directed by management
• Performed other duties as assigned

• Good organizational skills.
• Familiarity with basic common software (i.e., Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook).
• Ability to use a computer to compile and maintain databases for information and inventory, utilizing the appropriate software.
• An attitude for quality, an eye for detail, and the ability to follow written instructions.
• Ability to work independently.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to adhere to all safety regulations and procedures.
• Ability to complete multiple tasks, over a broad range of disciplines, successfully and on schedule.
• Ability to interact with employees and clients alike, to complete specified tasks, and maximize customer satisfaction.
• General knowledge of the scientific laboratory is preferred.

Characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

General

• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English
• Ability to read, write and understand oral and/or written instructions

Physical Activity

• This position will require frequent walking, sitting for extended periods of time, carrying, standing, heavy lifting (min. 50 lbs.), reaching while standing, gripping and twisting hand movements, finger control and other general repetitive motions.
• Ability to read and understand applicable materials
• Manual dexterity to operate laboratory equipment and calculator/computer
• Work in a standing position for long periods

Working Conditions

• Frequent involvement with radiant/electrical energy, solvents, grease, oil, irritants, acids, bases, and other hazardous chemicals, electro-mechanical hazards, flammable materials and biohazards. Due to exposure to hazardous biological materials, immunization to diseases may be a required
• Mantoux TB test with negative result is required
• Able to wear latex or nitrile gloves, dust mask and/or respirator, and safety glasses as required.
• May be exposed to animal dander and/or material associated with animal husbandry
• The noise level is usually moderate

Tools, Equipment, & Other Resources Used

• Various software applications sustained by a Windows platform. (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Fluid pumps, balances, pH meters, lab mixers, drying ovens, centrifuges, homogenizers, blenders, mixers, autoclaves, pipettes, hand tools, and other general laboratory equipment.

• Customer Focus. Identifies, prioritizes and anticipates customer needs and delivers relevant, value-add, solutions to meet and exceed them
• Results Driven. Internal drive toward action to efficiently, timely, and accurately achieve results. Sets high but achievable standards for self and others. Seeks opportunities to improve process and outcomes. Constantly reviews performance to identify areas to develop.
• Efficient. Takes responsibility for own time and effectiveness. Identifies what needs to be done and does it before being asked or before the situation requires it. Able to work things out without having to be shown too often. Seeks opportunities to contribute appropriately without direction.
• Communication. Able to communicate information and ideas clearly and articulately both in oral and written form. Uses appropriate language, style and methods depending on audience and the purpose of communication. Able to convey complex information clearly. Anticipates the information that others will need. Expresses ideas effectively. Practices attentive and active listening.
• Collaboration. Actively supports and contributes to the success of the team. Actively encourages and practices collaboration and cooperation on the team. Shares information and supports other team members. Can get things done with and through others and set realistic objectives. Seeks opportunities to develop others.
• Relationship Builder. Develops, maintains, and strengthens strong partnerships with others internally and externally, cross functionally, in person and remotely.
• Critical Thinking and Problem Solving. Able to identify and separate out the key components of problems and situations. Able to manipulate and interpret information from a range of sources to spot patterns and trends in information and to deduce cause and effect from this. Can generate a range of creative solutions, evaluate, and choose the most appropriate option
• Improvement Driven. Inspires and generates new solutions and approaches to issues and challenges to maximize efficiency and effectiveness through everyday practice of root cause analysis and critical thinking problem solving; Continually works to refine skills and abilities; Builds on ideas of others to come up with new ways to address issues or problems; Generates creative new solutions and approaches to issues and processes.
• Organization and time Management. Plans and prioritizes work, manages time appropriately to meet deadlines, follows up with others to ensure one's own work and commitments are completed on time, deals with pressure and deadlines through good planning.

*This position could be offered at different levels for candidates who qualify with a combination of advanced levels of education and/or years of experience. The salary range will adjust along with the level of the role to match the person's relevant experience and/or education level.

Inotiv is a growing contemporary drug discovery and development company where we "Play to Win" in an industry rich with opportunity. Together, we face challenges and together we win in the delivery of world-class drug discovery and development solutions that impact the health and well-being of people all over the world. There's an opportunity for everyone at all phases of a career, each individual's unique skill set has an impact on the work we conduct. If you have the talent and desire to impact the quality of people's lives, we have the career opportunities to make it happen. Join us in embracing research and science to impact the health and well-being of people all over the world.

Salary will be commensurate with experience and responsibilities. Benefits include health and dental coverage, short- and long-term disability, paid time off, paid parental leave, 401K, and more!

Inotiv is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide a fair and equal employment opportunity to all persons, regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination and access to benefits and training.