Explore Process Development Scientist Jobs

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.

Find Process Development Scientist Jobs on Ladders

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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$139K - $231K *

Join us to ensure data integrity and quality in clinical trials, focusing on Inflammation & Immunology programs. Collaborate across teams to uphold the highest scientific and ethical standards while l...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Transform food science into innovative solutions by collaborating with scientists, developing applications, and providing technical taste support in a dynamic laboratory environment...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $155K *

Transform biotherapeutics manufacturing by leading Fill-Finish operations, enhancing processes, and driving innovation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize production and mentor talent...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$140K - $190K *

Drive the introduction of special processes for metal structures, collaborating with design engineers to enhance manufacturability and reliability. Lead trade studies, define process controls, and man...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Deliver innovative solutions in food science by developing and evaluating applications. Collaborate with color scientists, provide customer support, and engage in sensory evaluations in a dynamic lab...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$127K - $180K *

Shape the future of biologic therapeutics by developing and optimizing complex cell-based bioassays and potency assays, ensuring regulatory compliance and scientific rigor through effective collaborat...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Unlock your potential by collaborating with cross-functional R&D teams to execute analytical testing and provide scientific insights that drive innovation and product performance in a dynamic laborato...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Engineer production processes by optimizing methods to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and support technology scale-up. Collaborate with cross-department teams and lead capital projects to achieve o...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $126K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative cell-based assays to drive discovery programs. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance platform growth and contribute to in vivo pharmacology activities, ens...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$74K - $100K *

Elevate your career by engaging in innovative protein characterization studies. Collaborate cross-functionally to optimize analytical methods and support critical quality attributes in a GMP environme...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$88K - $119K *

Transform your career by driving the commissioning, qualification, and validation of GMP processes. Collaborate across teams to ensure compliance and efficiency in drug product operations, enhancing p...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$116K - $182K *

Deliver expert analytical support for process chemistry, optimizing reactions and developing methods for synthetic molecules. Lead projects, troubleshoot issues, and drive innovation in drug substance...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $85K *

Champion the development and optimization of manufacturing processes, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality production and efficient scaling of innovative products that supp...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$137K - $195K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in the biopharmaceutical sector, managing strategic sales initiatives within a defined territory to enhance customer relationships and deliver advanced engineerin...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$105K - $123K *

Unlock potential by driving immunoassay development and optimization. Collaborate with scientists to execute assays, support method development, and ensure data integrity in a fast-paced biopharmaceut...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Advance manufacturing excellence by optimizing processes, ensuring compliance, and driving continuous improvement initiatives in a dynamic pharmaceutical environment. Collaborate across teams to enhan...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$106K - $176K *

Innovate in the field of particulate materials characterization and digital sciences to enhance solid oral dosage manufacturing. Lead the development of cutting-edge methodologies and AI-driven analys...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Develop and optimize Antibody Drug Conjugates (ADCs) through innovative experiments, collaborating cross-functionally to support process characterization and regulatory submissions, while mentoring ot...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Grow your career with a dynamic R&D team, driving innovative chemical processes to enhance productivity and efficiency. Collaborate across functions to implement breakthrough solutions in a fast-paced...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to excellence in quality control, leading laboratory operations and personnel while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and driving continuous improvement in pha...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Unlock the potential of aseptic manufacturing processes as a Senior Engineer. Drive innovations in equipment design and optimization, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while enhancing oper...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$183K - $305K *

Lead cross-functional development teams to drive strategic plans, budgets, and timelines in drug development. Utilize extensive program management expertise to ensure efficient execution from preclini...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$94K - $110K *

Unlock your potential by leading assay development projects in immunoturbidimetric technologies. Collaborate across functions to drive innovation in clinical diagnostics while engaging in hands-on lab...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Drive innovation by optimizing biologics processes, collaborating with teams, and troubleshooting technical issues to enhance efficiency and product quality in a state-of-the-art environment...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's transforming medical device development by innovating complex catheter manufacturing processes, executing validations, and optimizing quality controls while mentoring junior enginee...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 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.