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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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$131K - $196K *

Drive innovation in metal additive manufacturing as a technical lead, optimizing processes and scaling solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance capabilities and ensure robust proj...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$129K - $203K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of pharmaceutical packaging by driving innovative strategies and ensuring compliance. Leverage your expertise to enhance packaging systems and collaborate across...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$129K - $203K *

Shape the future of pharmaceutical packaging by leading robust design strategies, ensuring compliance, and driving risk management. Collaborate across teams to enhance efficiency and support product l...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Help us advance new therapies by designing and executing bioanalytical methods. This role requires expertise in LC/MS techniques, leading projects across various client programs while ensuring complia...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Transform client relationships and operational excellence in a dynamic pharmaceutical environment. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance product lifecycle management and drive business growth whil...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$99K - $188K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $130K *

Innovate clinical study designs for veterinary pharmaceuticals, ensuring safety and efficacy from research to regulatory submission. Lead cross-functional teams and mentor junior scientists while adva...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$116K - $143K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$81K - $101K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$151K - $236K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$87K - $107K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$67K - $100K *

Unlock potential by driving regulatory compliance and product safety initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop Safety Data Sheets and labels, ensuring adherence to global standar...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$61K - $122K *

Transform laboratory automation processes by managing technical solutions, enhancing workflows, and collaborating closely with teams to implement innovative engineering practices for improved efficien...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing manufacturing processes, driving equipment improvements, and enhancing operational standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to eliminate losses and...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$70K - $95K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team as you lead process improvements and technical solutions, focusing on equipment standardization and problem-solving to enhance operational efficiency and eliminate...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

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Unlock your potential by joining a dynamic team to conduct advanced diagnostic testing, troubleshoot technical issues, and enhance lab procedures, ensuring high-quality results in a collaborative envi...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative manufacturing systems for medical devices, ensuring compliance with industry regulations while optimizing processes from pilot to full-scale production...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$84K - $112K *

Join a team that drives process innovations and improvements while ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency in production processes. Collaborate in a dynamic environment to enhance reliability and ach...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

Champion innovative design and optimization of advanced mechanical systems within a multidisciplinary R&D environment to elevate instrument performance while mentoring emerging engineers towards best...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$90K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing manufacturing processes and enhancing product quality. Leverage your engineering expertise to drive continuous improvement and support new product introducti...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $120K *

Unlock your potential in a role focused on developing and optimizing manufacturing processes. Apply engineering principles to enhance quality and efficiency while supporting new product introductions...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in product lifecycle management, from research to market launch. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product strategies and support global marketin...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Develop and manage the product lifecycle for enzymes and kinases, driving cross-functional collaboration and market strategy. Analyze performance and support marketing efforts to deliver impactful sol...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $130K *

Lead the charge in designing clinical trial strategies for neurodegenerative diagnostics, ensuring regulatory compliance and collaboration across teams to achieve key milestones in the US and EU marke...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

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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.