Formulation Scientist at TekWissen Group

Wayne State University; Carlsbad (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

TekWissen Group, on behalf of a biotechnology client, is seeking a Formulation Scientist I in Carlsbad, CA. This role supports the Formulations and Buffers team, assisting in dilution and preparation of monoclonal antibodies and enzymes in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

The position requires a Bachelor's in Biology or related Life Sciences, 2–4 years GMP experience, aseptic techniques, meticulous documentation, and strong data entry skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Cell Biology, or related Life Sciences field.
• 2–4 years of GMP-regulated manufacturing/lab experience.
• Aseptic techniques and accurate documentation.

Responsibilities

• Perform dilutions of monoclonal antibodies and enzymes.
• Execute hands-on manufacturing activities per production schedules.
• Maintain clean, safe laboratory environment and proper aseptic techniques.
• Enter production data and observations into databases; manage batch records.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Biology/ Life Sciences

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

TekWissen is a global workforce management provider headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan that offers strategic talent solutions to our clients worldwide. This opportunity is with one of our clients specializing in biotechnology product development services, a global leader generating approximately $40 billion in annual revenue and delivering innovative technologies and pharmaceutical services through industry-leading brands.

Position: Formulation Scientist
Location: Carlsbad, CA 92008
Duration: 12 Months
Job Type: Temporary Assignment
Work Type: Onsite
Shift: Monday to Friday 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Summary

Formulation Scientist I / Manufacturing Scientist I will be a member of the Formulations and Buffers team and will support the dilution and preparation of monoclonal antibodies and various enzymes. This position involves performing hands‑on manufacturing activities in a fast‑paced production environment while ensuring adherence to production schedules, quality standards, and laboratory procedures. The role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, aseptic laboratory techniques, and accurate documentation practices.

Responsibilities

Manufacturing & Laboratory Operations

• Perform dilutions of monoclonal antibodies.
• Perform dilutions of various enzymes.
• Execute hands‑on manufacturing activities according to production schedules.
• Conduct multiple production runs simultaneously.
• Maintain a clean and safe laboratory work environment.
• Perform proper aseptic laboratory techniques.
• Follow all departmental guidelines, procedures, work instructions, and SOPs.

Documentation & Compliance

• Prepare and initiate procedures and manufacturing documentation under supervision.
• Accurately enter production data and observations into databases.
• Revise SOPs, batch records, and related documentation as required.
• Initiate problem reports for production issues or deviations.
• Ensure compliance with departmental policies and procedures.

Inventory & Materials Management

• Maintain laboratory supply inventory.
• Reorder laboratory supplies as needed.
• Perform inventory transactions and inventory management activities.

General Support

• Support team objectives in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Biology, Cell Biology, or a related Life Sciences field.
• 2–4 years of relevant experience, preferably in a GMP-regulated manufacturing, laboratory, or biotechnology environment.
• Strong experience in Biologics manufacturing, Antibody handling and dilution, and Enzyme preparation and dilution is highly desired.
• Aseptic laboratory techniques.
• Laboratory documentation and record keeping.
• Strong laboratory mathematics skills.
• Inventory management.
• Data entry and database management.
• SOP and batch record management.
• Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Detail-oriented and highly organized.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and production runs simultaneously.
• Team-oriented mindset.
• Ability to work in a metrics-driven environment.

TekWissen Group is an equal opportunity employer supporting workforce diversity.