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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$110K - $130K *

Engage and lead a high-performing engineering team, driving customer relations and business growth. Foster an innovative culture while managing project delivery and operational excellence in engineeri...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $150K *

Engage in strategic leadership for non-sterile manufacturing operations, ensuring compliance and efficiency in packaging and assembly. Drive continuous improvement and operational excellence in alignm...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Contribute to the design and development of manufacturing fixtures using SolidWorks. Collaborate with teams to validate concepts, support trials, and enhance productivity through innovative fixture so...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Transform application development by leading innovative projects in PWR technology. Collaborate across teams to optimize methods, support customers, and drive product improvements in a dynamic R&D env...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$69K - $120K *

Elevate semiconductor processes by designing and executing experiments, driving continuous improvement, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance production efficiency and yield in a dy...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$93K - $128K *

Optimize research efficiency by managing chemical and biological samples. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure sample integrity, accurate tracking, and timely distribution in a fast-paced...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Elevate biotherapeutics development by leading analytical method innovation, validation, and transfer. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure quality and compliance in clinical and commerci...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$136K - $190K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$75K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to lead the development of innovative medical device components. Drive projects from concept to production, collaborating with cross-functional teams and engaging with clinicians t...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$90K - $135K *

Transform in vivo pharmacology studies by independently executing disease models across therapeutic areas, ensuring compliance with quality standards while contributing to translational strategies and...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $174K *

Explore innovative techniques in biomarker assay development to enhance oncology research, collaborating across various therapeutic modalities while leveraging cutting-edge technologies and methodolog...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$123K - $180K *

Partner with us to lead manufacturing operations at a new greenfield facility, driving safety, quality, and continuous improvement in small molecule production while building a strong team culture for...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Join us to oversee the transfer of innovative products into manufacturing, ensuring high-quality, cost-effective assembly processes in a cGMP environment while collaborating with cross-functional team...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading a diverse portfolio of projects, ensuring client satisfaction and operational excellence. Drive efficiency, manage resources, and serve as the primary liaison between clien...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$129K - $209K *

Unlock potential by applying engineering principles to design and optimize chemical processes, ensuring scalable solutions for clinical materials while collaborating across teams in a regulated enviro...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$146K - $189K *

Drive the future of oncolytic virus manufacturing by providing technical support, managing process improvements, and ensuring compliance in a dynamic environment. Collaborate cross-functionally to enh...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $140K *

Lead the charge in advancing upstream bioprocessing through scientific insights and technical leadership. Collaborate across teams to drive product development and enhance customer outcomes in cell cu...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Advance engineering solutions by managing multiple projects, ensuring technical accuracy, and collaborating with suppliers. Utilize your expertise in automotive powertrain to drive innovation and deli...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$84K - $112K *

Help us enhance production efficiency by managing and optimizing manufacturing processes, ensuring reliability, and driving continuous improvement initiatives across all operational KPIs...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$99K - $149K *

Elevate your career by driving innovation in optical coating processes. Lead projects, enhance deposition techniques, and collaborate across teams to deliver cutting-edge solutions in life sciences an...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $130K *

Build expertise in directing nonclinical DART studies, ensuring compliance with GLPs. Lead interactions with clients and technical teams while overseeing study design, execution, and reporting for reg...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by driving innovative immunology research through hands-on development and execution of bioanalytical assays. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to advance nucleic acid therapeut...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Optimize and innovate refinery processes to enhance safety, efficiency, and profitability. Collaborate with teams to identify improvements, troubleshoot issues, and support continuous enhancement init...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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.