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Job Title: R&D Lab Technician

Job Description

Join our dynamic R&D team as a Lab Technician, where you will play a key role in preparing lab batches following approved formulations, assisting with small-scale formulation work, and performing basic analytical testing such as pH, viscosity, and appearance assessments. You will support sample preparation, labeling, and submission, assist with raw material handling, and maintain an organized lab environment. This role also involves maintaining accurate lab records in compliance with GMP/GLP standards and collaborating closely with R&D, QC, and Production teams.

Responsibilities

• Prepare lab batches following approved formulations.
• Assist with small-scale formulation work.
• Perform basic analytical testing including pH, viscosity, and appearance evaluations.
• Document results accurately and maintain lab records in line with GMP/GLP standards.
• Support sample preparation, labeling, and submission processes.
• Assist with raw material handling, lab organization, and inventory management.
• Collaborate with R&D, QC, and Production teams on daily lab activities.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related field (preferred).
• 1+ year of experience, especially in personal care/cosmetics (preferred).
• Strong lab exposure, open to new graduates.
• Experience with batching/formulation.
• Proficiency in basic lab techniques such as pH meter and viscosity testing.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Internship experience in labs or formulation is advantageous.
• Coursework in cosmetic science.
• Experience as a junior compounder with small-scale batching preferred.
• Basic understanding of lab safety (formal GMP not required).
• Transferable experience from food or nutraceutical industries is considered.

Work Environment

This position operates on a first shift schedule from 8 am to 4:30 pm. It is a short-term contract position, ranging from 1-2 months, within a small team environment. The role offers a variety of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and 401K, along with various partner perks such as discounts on cell phones, consumer goods, and more. Employees are eligible for 24 hours of CA sick pay after 90 days of employment.

This is a Contract position based out of Azusa, CA.

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $30.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Azusa,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 26, 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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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 process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in 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.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.