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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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$106K - $126K *

Transform the future of cellular research by driving high-quality mammalian cell culture processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support early discovery programs and enhance efficiency i...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Lead the Engineering Change process for complex scientific instruments, collaborating with cross-functional teams to evaluate, execute, and implement product changes throughout the lifecycle, ensuring...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$81K - $112K *

Champion compliance and innovation in sterility assurance, collaborating cross-functionally to support regulatory mandates and ensure product safety and efficacy through sterilization processes in man...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $110K *

Transform manufacturing processes by leading tech transfer from R&D to cGMP environments. Design and optimize assembly for diagnostics, ensuring quality and efficiency while collaborating cross-functi...

Oakville, ONIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$132K - $193K *

Transform procurement strategies in pharmaceutical R&D. Lead sourcing for drug substances, manage supplier relationships, and ensure compliance while driving efficiency and innovation across multiple...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Partner with us to drive innovation in drug product development by supporting analytical method validation and improvement. Collaborate on formulation and testing while ensuring compliance with indust...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$117K - $201K *

Pioneer innovative AI solutions in data science to enhance therapeutic development workflows. Collaborate across teams to design, deploy, and evaluate AI systems that drive efficiency and compliance i...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$117K - $201K *

Drive innovation in AI and generative systems to enhance scientific workflows across Therapeutics Development & Supply. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable AI solutions that su...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$117K - $201K *

Elevate your career by designing and deploying AI solutions that enhance scientific workflows in Therapeutics Development. Collaborate across teams to drive innovation and improve patient outcomes thr...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Empower business growth by designing and optimizing application solutions, integrating AI technologies, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance operat...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team as you drive the production of thermoplastic composites, ensuring efficient processes and quality standards. Collaborate on innovative projects while enhancing manufacturing capabi...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $120K *

Unlock potential by spearheading product development and commercialization, managing timelines, and coordinating cross-functional teams to deliver innovative beauty and OTC products. Drive regulatory...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$86K - $146K *

Champion customer success by managing key accounts, driving growth, and enhancing satisfaction through strategic engagement and consultative support. Leverage your expertise to mentor peers and execut...

Texas, USRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$74K - $102K *

Elevate innovation by developing and optimizing surface-modified membranes for advanced filtration applications in semiconductor manufacturing, collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive produ...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in evolving clinical process engineering capabilities, establishing methodologies and governance to ensure scalable, inspection-ready processes across Clinical Development Operations w...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$267K - $391K *

Join a pioneering team to define and execute strategies for validating and improving de novo biologics design capabilities, leveraging AI/ML and experimental insights to enhance therapeutic outcomes a...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$185K - $210K *

Empower the Process Development Engineering function in R&D to bridge product development with manufacturing, ensuring compliant, manufacturable, and high-quality medical devices throughout their life...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Shape your career by driving innovative packaging solutions from concept to commercialization. Collaborate across functions, mentor junior engineers, and ensure compliance with industry standards whil...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$143K - $196K *

Lead the charge in analytical development and GMP lab operations, driving high-quality execution from preclinical to commercialization while ensuring compliance and collaboration across functions to a...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$68K - $106K *

Optimize production processes by bridging engineering and operations. Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Six Sigma to enhance efficiency, quality, and performance while implementing s...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$176K - $304K *

Drive innovation in AI-enabled protein engineering by developing ML workflows and models that enhance biomolecular design, integrating expertise across machine learning, biology, and experimental coll...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$74K - $118K *

Optimize quality assurance processes by performing complex inspections and verifications of mechanical and electromechanical components, ensuring compliance with engineering specifications and quality...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in downstream peptide production, ensuring compliance with cGMP standards while managing staff, scheduling, and operations to deliver high-quality products on time and within budget...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $119K *

Transform sensory insights into actionable strategies by leading innovative research initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product development and improve consumer experience...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Join us to drive the development and optimization of innovative diagnostic assays, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance patient care in autoimmune and liver diseases while ensuring com...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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.