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 (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.