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Process Development Scientists create and improve the processes used to make pharmaceuticals, biologics, and other products. They bridge research and manufacturing, translating promising laboratory methods into reliable, scalable production. Explore vetted Process Development Scientist opportunities on Ladders, including roles with salaries of $100,000 or more.

What Does a Process Development Scientist Do?

Responsibilities vary by industry and employer, but commonly include developing and optimizing processes, designing and conducting experiments, analyzing process data, and documenting results. In biopharmaceutical settings, scientists may work with upstream cell culture, downstream purification, formulation, or analytical methods. They also collaborate with quality, engineering, regulatory, and manufacturing teams to support process scale-up and technology transfer.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek an advanced degree in chemical engineering, biochemical engineering, biochemistry, biology, or a related field, along with relevant industry experience. Useful qualifications may include expertise in design of experiments, statistical analysis, process characterization, scale-up, and good manufacturing practice (GMP). Clear scientific writing, problem-solving, and cross-functional communication are valuable across process development roles.

Career Opportunities

Process Development Scientists work at biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies, contract development and manufacturing organizations, and other life science organizations. Depending on experience and specialization, career paths may lead to senior scientist, technical lead, process development manager, or manufacturing and technology transfer roles. Browse current listings to find opportunities aligned with your expertise and career goals.

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Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities with compensation of $100,000 or more. Search Process Development Scientist jobs to discover openings, compare role requirements, and identify positions that match your experience in process science and biomanufacturing.

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$160K - $200K *

Lead the charge in analytical development, overseeing drug substance and product strategies. Collaborate across teams to ensure compliance and performance, while mentoring a high-performing analytical...

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6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $195K *

Champion the future of clinical science by leading trial design, data analysis, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure compliance with GCP and drive innovative solutions in rare disease research...

San Diego, CARemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$210K - $300K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $178K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$103K - $153K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$114K - $187K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$140K - $193K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$90K - $116K *

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4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $195K *

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San Diego, CARemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$176K - $204K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$180K - $200K *

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

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$72K - $99K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $195K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$171K - $231K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$12K - $150K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$107K - $190K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Process Development Scientist do?question toggle

    A Process Development Scientist develops, optimizes, and characterizes production processes, often helping transfer methods from research settings to scalable manufacturing. Duties may include experimentation, data analysis, process documentation, and collaboration with manufacturing and quality teams.

  • What qualifications are common for Process Development Scientist jobs?question toggle

    Many positions request a bachelor's, master's, or doctoral degree in a relevant life science or engineering discipline. Employers may also value industry experience and skills in process optimization, scale-up, statistical analysis, GMP, and technical documentation.

  • Where do Process Development Scientists work?question toggle

    They commonly work for biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies, contract development and manufacturing organizations, and other life science employers. Some roles focus on laboratory development, while others support pilot-scale operations, manufacturing, or technology transfer.

  • What is the difference between process development and process engineering?question toggle

    Process development typically focuses on creating, testing, and optimizing processes, while process engineering often emphasizes designing, implementing, and maintaining production systems. The responsibilities can overlap, and titles vary by company and industry.

  • How can I find Process Development Scientist jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Process Development Scientist listings on Ladders, where vetted professional jobs pay $100,000 or more. Review each posting for its compensation details, experience requirements, and area of specialization.