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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$117K - $184K *

Drive innovation in drug delivery device technology by analyzing and improving mechanical testing methods. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product performance and ensure compliance...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Drive efficiencies and enhance production processes as part of a skilled team, focusing on CNC programming, tooling design, and continuous improvement initiatives to optimize manufacturing operations...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$80K - $95K *

Pioneer innovative engineering solutions in the pharmaceutical and biotech sectors. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support projects from design to commissioning, enhancing production syst...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$72K - $100K *

Contribute to process validation and testing by executing experiments, analyzing data, and documenting results. Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure effective transfer of validated processes i...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$138K - $207K *

Transform the future of biologics by leading analytical method development, validation, and lifecycle management. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and support global commer...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $140K *

Lead impactful capital projects in a dynamic pharmaceutical environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful execution of facility upgrades, utility systems, and manufacturing...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Champion accurate data generation and interpretation for new drug development, collaborating across departments to ensure success in analytical chemistry tasks and maintain high standards in scientifi...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$186K - $266K *

Elevate Specialty Chemicals R&D by leading innovative development, scaling processes, and ensuring manufacturing readiness. Drive strategic growth through technical foresight and collaboration across...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$105K - $145K *

Drive catholyte development in R&D, leading research strategy and mentoring a team. Leverage expertise in electrochemistry and materials characterization to enhance solid-state battery performance and...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by providing technical leadership in formulation processes, optimizing productivity, and ensuring compliance with standards. Collaborate across teams to enhance product quality and dr...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$99K - $109K *

Lead the charge in upstream viral vector manufacturing, driving process development and optimization. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance production efficiency and ensure robust clinical process...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Drive clinical innovation by supporting the operational delivery of pivotal studies, collaborating cross-functionally, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Play a key role in the medical m...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $160K *

Shape the future of manufacturing by providing technical expertise across paper-making assets. Collaborate with teams to optimize processes, support new technology trials, and enhance equipment perfor...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Drive the development of scalable downstream processes for biologics, executing purification, filtration, and formulation activities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot issues and...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $150K *

Transform the future of formulation development by leading innovative projects in sterile and nonsterile injectables. Drive product advancement from concept to launch, ensuring quality and compliance...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's advancing innovative formulations for sterile injectables and nonsterile products. You will lead product development from concept through launch, ensuring quality in diverse therape...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Optimize manufacturing processes through hands-on problem solving, collaboration, and continuous improvement initiatives. Drive improvements in safety, quality, and cost, while engaging directly on th...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$89K - $143K *

Drive analytical control strategies to optimize large-scale processes for plasmid DNA, cell-free DNA, and enzymes. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance testing efficiency and support regulatory s...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Join a team championing Quality Assurance initiatives, enhancing operational efficiency, and fostering a culture of excellence. Collaborate across functions to address quality gaps, ensuring complianc...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$70K - $117K *

Shape the future of manufacturing by enhancing processes and ensuring quality. Collaborate with teams to implement innovative solutions, optimize workflows, and lead projects that drive efficiency and...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$185K - $210K *

Pioneer innovative medical device solutions as a technical leader, guiding cross-functional teams from concept to commercialization. Drive engineering excellence and product strategies, ensuring align...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$114K - $212K *

Transform visual inspection processes in a cutting-edge facility. Lead cross-functional teams to develop and optimize automated inspection systems, ensuring compliance and efficiency from kit building...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Drive process validation excellence by designing and executing robust strategies. Collaborate across teams to ensure compliance and enhance manufacturing processes, contributing to safe and consistent...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$73K - $110K *

Shape the future of manufacturing by providing technical expertise, optimizing production processes, and mentoring teams to ensure quality and efficiency in new product introductions and ongoing opera...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$197K - $230K *

Optimize synthetic processes for small-molecule manufacturing while collaborating with cross-functional teams. Utilize advanced organic chemistry expertise to enhance efficiency and scalability in a l...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 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.