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Instrument Technician

Pharmaceutical Company
South San Francisco, CA Contractor
POSTED ON 4/23/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/22/2026

Job Description:

This is 40 hours per week, day shift provides lab and analytical

support of early phase development of small molecule pharmaceuticals. The successful

candidate will perform laboratory duties such as solution preparations, instrument calibration and analytical instrument setup. This is an analytical lab technician position and does not include any operational manufacturing duties.


Responsibilities:

● Maintaining instruments in a ready state for users

● Preparing reagents

● Scheduling preventative maintenance (PM) and repairs with system owners, vendors and

Facilities & Instrument Services

● Coordinating with Facilities & Instrument Services to create repetitive maintenance plans.

● Conducting routine inspections of the labs to ensure compliance with local housekeeping and

Environment, Health and Safety practices.

● Performing routine testing using ., HPLC, KF

Analytical Techniques/Instrumentation:

● HPLC

● SFC

● Karl Fischer titrations

● pH

● Wet Chemistry (USP)


Requirements:

Candidates should have completed college level general chemistry classes. Candidates may have an associate’s degree or be working towards a bachelor degree. Candidates must be technically minded and detail oriented. Good problem solving and communication skills are a must. Candidates should have good written and oral communication skills, and work well in a dynamic environment and with minimal supervision.


Assignment Details:

Duration: 6 months, with potential extension based on performance and business needs


Interview Process:

Round 1: Virtual panel interview (technical questions included)

Round 2: Possible in-person interview (if needed)


Qualifications:

0–5 years of relevant experience

Local candidates preferred


Soft Skills:

Strong communication skills (ability to clearly articulate ideas and participate in discussions)

Attention to detail and ability to work collaboratively

Salary : $18 - $25

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