Sr. Formulation Technician
Company: Actalent
Location: Austin
Posted on: February 18, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Job Title: Sr. Formulation
Technician Job Description The Sr. Formulation Technician will play
a crucial role in biotech applications by formulating buffers and
reagents ranging from 100 µL to 2,000 L scale in a clean
manufacturing environment. The position involves isolating and
diluting nucleic acids, performing quality control testing, and
actively participating in process improvement projects.
Responsibilities Formulate buffers and other reagents for biotech
applications at various scales. Lift and/or move objects up to 50
pounds with appropriate PPE. Isolate and dilute nucleic acids using
pipetting and spectrophotometric techniques. Conduct quality
control testing on buffers and nucleic acids using various
techniques. Troubleshoot and record manufacturing and quality
control activities. Revise and edit manufacturing protocols;
contribute to protocol development for new products. Participate in
Practical Process Improvement (PPI) projects, including kaizens.
Manage manufacturing metrics aimed at process control and
productivity savings. Prioritize and schedule work to ensure
on-time delivery. Accurately manage inventory. Collaborate with
peers from various groups. Train co-workers in instrumentation,
manufacturing processes, and software. Adhere to ISO guidelines and
USDA regulations. Maintain a positive demeanor to contribute to a
healthy work environment. Work with chemicals safely and
effectively. Essential Skills Experience with PCR techniques,
including running plates/gels and operating machines. Proficiency
in wet chemistry techniques, such as titrations. Ability to
formulate at large scales. 1-3 years of work experience in a lab
environment. Bachelor's degree in Biochemistry or related Science
field. Work Environment The position is fully onsite, with working
hours from Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM , and potential for
overtime. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position
based out of Austin, TX. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this
position is $26.50 - $26.50/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to
some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length
of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to
specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the
benefits available for this temporary role may include the
following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident,
and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax
contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D
for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability •
Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee
Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Austin,TX.
Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Feb
18, 2026. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering
and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary
companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through
access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed
to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more
than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe,
Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. The company is an equal
opportunity employer and will consider all applications without
regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran
status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic
information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would
like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the
modification or adjustment of the job application process or
interviewing due to a disability, please email
actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation
options.
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