Research Analyst I - Formulations

RXinsider LTD.; Michigan; On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus incentives

401K

Paid time off

Stock purchase program

Health and wellness coverage

Employee and family wellbeing

Job summary

Charles River in Mattawan, MI is seeking a Research Analyst I for the Formulations Team. The role involves following detailed instructions to manipulate supplied compounds and produce quality formulations under protocol requirements in a fast-paced setting.

The position requires an Associate’s degree (A.A./A.S.) or equivalent in chemistry/pharmacy and 3–5 years’ related formulation experience; Bachelor’s degree desired.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or equivalent in chemistry/pharmacy or related discipline preferred. Bachelor’s degree desired.

Responsibilities

• Follow detailed instructions to manipulate compounds and prepare quality formulations per protocol.
• Document all procedures, materials and results in compliance with regulatory standards.
• Assist with sterilization, washing of glassware, and lab cleanliness as needed.
• Participate in process improvements and maintain laboratory space and equipment.

Job description

For 75 years, Charles River employees have worked together to assist in the discovery, development and safe manufacture of new drug therapies. When you join our family, you will have a significant impact on the health and well-being of people across the globe. Whether your background is in life sciences, finance, IT, sales or another area, your skills will play an important role in the work we perform. In return, we’ll help you build a career that you can feel passionate about.

Job Overview

SHIFT SCHEDULE: Friday - Monday 6:00 AM-2:30 PM

TRAINING SCHEDULE: Monday to Friday 6:00 AM-2:30 PM for first 12 weeks of employment

HOURLY RATE: The pay rate for this position is $23.50/hr + 10% shift differential on Saturday and Sunday. Please note that salaries vary within the range based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, certifications, and location.

We are seeking a Research Analyst I for our Formulations Team at our Safety Assessment site located in Mattawan, MI.

Basic Summary

A Research Analyst within the Formulations discipline is responsible for following detailed instructions to manipulation supplied compounds in support of overall study objectives. Analysts produce quality formulations bound by Protocol requirements, while working in a fast paced, deadline driven environment with discipline staff as well as internal customers.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Efficiently perform and document all procedures, materials and results in compliance with applicable regulatory standards as applicable (protocols, methods, SOPs, etc.).
• Effectively demonstrates the behaviors and performance characteristics as described in the CRL DNA.
• Demonstrates effective communication skills through both informal and formal discussions with peers, supervisor, and team.
• Independently and efficiently assist to sterilize laboratory equipment using autoclave or other methods.
• Assist in washing and maintenance of glassware and lab cleanliness.
• Demonstrate responsibility for the disposal and transport of residual dosing material, non-regulated pharmaceutical solids, accumulated single-use containers to designated waste receiving areas.
• Assist with maintenance and basic troubleshooting of equipment.
• Actively participate in process improvement initiatives with oversight.
• Independently clean laboratory space following material formulation.
• Accurately complete deviation events and laboratory investigations with oversight.
• Effectively utilize various mixing methods and apparatuses to prepare formulations.
• Efficiently prepare dosing material and samples for solutions, suspensions, diets and dispensations.
• Confidently prepare formulations under the observation of discipline management and scientific staff.
• Performs all other related duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Education: Associate’s degree (A.A./A.S.) or equivalent in chemistry/pharmacy or related discipline preferred. Bachelor’s degree (B.A./B.S.) desired.
• Experience: 3-5 years related experience in formulations. Six months to one year in a leadership role desired.
• Other: A mathematical aptitude required. Demonstrated leadership and word processing skills. Effective written and verbal skill
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without a sponsor visa, now or in the future.

Workplace Requirements

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee must be able to perform general office and/or laboratory procedures, which require, talking, hearing, standing, or sitting for long periods of time, typing/entering data into a computer, using appropriate instruments, reaching with hands and arms, and wearing safety equipment (PPE) according to OSHA regulations and company standards.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.
• While performing the duties of this job the employee may occasionally be required to wear protective clothing (goggles, face shield, surgical mask, cap, gloves, scrubs, boots), work near toxic or caustic chemicals, work with biohazards, and/or work with live animals with risk of exposure to allergens and/or zoonotic diseases.
• The employee may occasionally be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, unpleasant odors, and/or wet, humid and/

About Safety Assessment

Charles River is committed to helping our partners expedite their preclinical drug development with exceptional safety assessment services, state-of-the-art facilities and expert regulatory guidance. From individual specialty toxicology and IND enabling studies to tailored packages and total laboratory support, our deeply experienced team can design and execute programs that anticipate challenges and avoid roadblocks for a smooth, efficient journey to market. Each year approximately 300 investigational new drug (IND) programs are conducted in our Safety Assessment facilities.

About Charles River

Charles River is an early-stage contract research organization (CRO). We have built upon our foundation of laboratory animal medicine and science to develop a diverse portfolio of discovery and safety assessment services, both Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and non-GLP, to support clients from target identification through preclinical development. Charles River also provides a suite of products and services to support our clients’ clinical laboratory testing needs and manufacturing activities. Utilizing this broad portfolio of products and services enables our clients to create a more flexible drug development model, which reduces their costs, enhances their productivity and effectiveness to increase speed to market. With over 20,000 employees within 110 facilities in over 20 countries around the globe, we are strategically positioned to coordinate worldwide resources and apply multidisciplinary perspectives in resolving our client’s unique challenges. Our client base includes global pharmaceutical companies, biotechnology companies, government agencies and hospitals and academic institutions around the world. At Charles River, we are passionate about our role in improving the quality of people’s lives. Our mission, our excellent science and our strong sense of purpose guide us in all that we do, and we approach each day with the knowledge that our work helps to improve the health and well-being of many across the globe. We have proudly worked on 80% of the drugs approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in the past five years.

We’re committed to providing benefits that elevate your quality of life. Based on your position these may include: bonus/incentives based on performance, 401K, paid time off, stock purchase program, Health and wellness coverage, employee and family wellbeing support programs, and work life balance flexibility.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Charles River is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, family status, pregnancy, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

It is unlawful in some states (including Massachusetts) to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

If you are interested in applying to Charles River Laboratories and need special assistance or an accommodation due to a disability to complete any forms or to otherwise participate in the resume submission process, please contact a member of our Human Resources team by sending an e‑mail message to [e-mail]. This contact is for accommodation requests for individuals with disabilities only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

For more information, please visit www.criver.com.