Process Development Principal Scientist

Puerto Rico Professionals Development Group

$100K — $130K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • PhD with 2 years experience or Masters with 5 years experience or Bachelors with 7 years experience in Scientific or Engineering fields
  • Strong project management skills encompassing planning, implementation, and oversight
  • Ability to lead cross-functional projects with diverse teams
  • Expertise in drug discovery and development processes
  • Proficiency with regulatory compliance and cGMP standards

Responsibilities

  • Lead scientific projects and guide their successful completion
  • Develop and implement innovative solutions to complex technical problems
  • Coach and mentor colleagues in scientific and technical areas
  • Evaluate project progress and make independent decisions on objectives
  • Communicate technical information to both internal and external audiences

Benefits

  • Flexible working hours including support for non-standard shifts
  • Opportunity for professional development and mentorship
  • Participation in a collaborative cross-functional team environment
  • Possibility to lead cutting-edge scientific projects
  • Access to advanced technologies and innovative methodologies
Full Job Description
30th June, 2026

SUMMARY

To develop projects/programs and contribute to novel experimental strategies and scientific vision.

FUNCTIONS
  • Functions as a lead scientific resource with cross-functional impact.
  • Capable of managing and leading scientific projects which may involve cross functional areas.
  • Guides the successful completion of major programs by either functioning in a project leadership role or as the lead scientific/technical resource.
  • Decisions or recommendations impact the ability to achieve functional /departmental objectives.
  • Provides guidance in the resolution of scientific/technical issues within the function/department.
  • Works independently and integrates activities with other function/department.
  • Exercises considerable latitude in determining objectives or assignments within the function /department.
  • Evaluates progress toward goals and achievement of milestones for work group, with limited additional oversight, may translate evaluation into appropriate action.
  • Anticipates complex technical problems and develops practical an innovative solutions.
  • Frequently develops novel processes or approaches to solve problems within a broad discipline within the work group.
  • Identifies and analyzes factors and trends outside immediate area that impact project or function/department.
  • Frequently introduces or creates new technologies and concepts.
  • Leads teams that contribute to the achievement of department/project/product team objectives.
  • Coaches, motivates and provides career and scientific/technical, advice to colleagues within the function/department.
  • Communicates and/or presents scientific/technical information formally and informally within area of expertise to a diverse set of audiences, including senior management and external scientific community.
  • Applies knowledge of drug discovery and development process to guide functions/departments.
  • Act as scientific/technical expert within the function /department Leads the development of key scientific/technical comments.
REQUIREMENTS

  • Doctorate PhD + 2 years of Scientific or Engineering experience OR Masters + 5 years of Scientific or Engineering experience OR Bachelors + 7 years of Scientific or Engineering experience.
  • Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to:
  • Support all phases of inspection project management-from planning and implementation to monitoring, completion, and follow-up-ensuring alignment with goals, timelines, and quality standards.
  • Lead PD related Project Management projects and activities, timelines and resources allocation.
  • Work in teams with multiple fields, including manufacturing, process engineering, maintenance, quality assurance, and validation to implement projects.
  • Support the development of comprehensive business cases including technical and financial requirements.
  • Identify potential project risks, schedule changes, or resource constraints. Develop and implement solutions to maintain scientific efficiency, quality, and client satisfaction.
  • Maintain strict adherence to domestic and international regulatory requirements, internal policies, and standard operating procedures throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Balance competing timelines and priorities, ensuring critical tasks are completed efficiently and project standards for quality and quantity are met.
  • Provide flexibility to support extended hours, non-standard shifts, and evolving project demands as needed.
  • Ensure activities follow cGMP procedures and are documented according to cGMP requirements including assigned training
  • Independently evaluate, select and apply standard engineering techniques and procedures.
  • Perform assignments that have clear and specific objectives and require investigation of limited number of variables
  • Applies lean six sigma, operational excellence and continues improvement in assigned projects.
  • Prompt and regular attendance to workplace. Although main working hours are regular 8:00 am to 5:00 pm the candidate need the flexibility to support non-standard shift operations in a 7/24 format including extended hours and/or weekends as needed.
  • Meet specific project team goals and timelines.
  • Develop project plans and strategies for implementation working with project managers and SMEs.

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