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.

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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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$95K - $115K *

Engage in strategic market development by transforming insights into actionable recommendations, driving growth in the lipids portfolio through collaboration, customer engagement, and innovative asses...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$128K - $192K *

Transform packaging innovation by leading complex engineering initiatives that enhance manufacturing performance and business growth. Collaborate across teams as a senior packaging expert, driving sol...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

Execute comprehensive project management for DoD biomanufacturing initiatives, ensuring effective coordination of stakeholder collaboration and monitoring of project performance, cost, and schedules t...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$180K - $210K *

Unlock your potential as a Computational Chemist, influencing drug discovery with expertise in molecular modeling and predictive insights. Collaborate with diverse teams, applying advanced design meth...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$85K - $100K *

Empower progress at the forefront of aerospace manufacturing by driving process improvements, enhancing product quality, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize production efficiency...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$98K - $142K *

Advance process engineering for GaAs IC and RF Power Transistors, focusing on Wet Etch. Drive improvements in quality, yield, and productivity while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhanc...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$136K - $170K *

Unlock potential by driving the discovery of innovative biotherapeutics through hands-on laboratory work, characterizing antibodies, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to advance therapeuti...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$177K - $278K *

Shape the future of R&D by leading insights and enablement efforts that drive decision excellence and accountability. Collaborate with senior leaders to enhance performance and translate lessons learn...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$148K - $185K *

Champion the planning and coordination of biologics R&D projects, ensuring timely execution from discovery through IND-enabling studies. Collaborate with scientific leads to manage timelines and deliv...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$108K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to lead technical programs for OEM Industrial Wood products, driving innovation and customer satisfaction while managing multiple projects and developing talent within a collaborat...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$95K - $115K *

Partner with us to drive innovation in the coated products sector through adhesive and coating project development, enhancing product performance and efficiency from conception to market launch while...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $155K *

Optimize Oncology Early Development processes by driving continuous improvement, ensuring compliance, and enhancing operational efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement innovat...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$104K - $156K *

Drive quality excellence as a Senior Quality Specialist, ensuring compliance and product integrity in GMP environments. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance quality systems and lead investigation...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $110K *

Transform manufacturing processes by leading cross-functional teams to design and enhance ingredient handling systems. Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards while delivering innovative s...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$90K - $110K *

Support our customers by delivering scientific expertise, project management, and technical solutions in collaboration with internal teams and cross-functional partners to enhance their workflows and...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$172K - $223K *

Join a team that's transforming advertising with intelligent systems for root cause analysis. You will architect and build self-learning frameworks that streamline delivery diagnostics, enhancing perf...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in managing the Raw Materials and Microbiology team, ensuring compliance, quality, and efficiency. Coach staff, develop strategic plans, and oversee laboratory operations to meet proje...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$245K - $332K *

Join us to lead the PV Science department, driving strategic safety management and aggregate reporting for all products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance risk management processes an...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$245K - $332K *

Drive strategic leadership in pharmacovigilance, managing teams to enhance safety profiles and aggregate reporting for all product lifecycles. Collaborate cross-functionally to implement risk manageme...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$300K - $390K *

Shape the future of test automation by architecting a cutting-edge platform and guiding a skilled team. Drive quality engineering initiatives and strategic decisions to enhance CI/CD processes for AI...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $150K *

Explore the intersection of design and science by crafting intuitive software for drug discovery. You'll lead projects from concept to execution, transforming complex molecular biology into user-frien...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$215K - $235K *

Advance drug substance development and drive clinical readiness projects by leading process chemistry initiatives, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring regulatory compliance for suc...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$190K - $300K *

Lead the charge in developing global regulatory strategies for innovative immunology programs. Drive product approval processes, ensuring compliance and optimal labeling while managing complex project...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$199K - $258K *

Drive your career forward by leading the CMC development of small molecule drug products. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure successful formulation, process development, and regulatory submissio...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$107K - $153K *

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

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.