Process Development Sr Scientist

Job Description

Job Description

The Process Development Sr. Scientist independently conceives, designs, implements, and advances scientific experiments that support the successful completion of projects and organizational goals. This role provides expert-level scientific input, develops robust experimental strategies, interprets complex data, and functions as a lead technical resource or project leader. The Sr. Scientist introduces new technologies, drives innovation, and contributes to high‑impact scientific and technical documentation.

FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Independently design, monitor, and conduct experiments or series of studies to advance projects, technologies, or scientific understanding.
• Prepare novel protocols and experimental designs, ensuring scientific rigor and reproducibility.
• Provide advanced data analysis, interpretation, and recommendations based on experimental outcomes.
• Expand scientific knowledge beyond core expertise and identify relevant external competitive insights.
• Introduce new or advanced technologies, methodologies, and concepts to strengthen scientific capabilities.
• Serve as a key contributor or leader within independent research or project teams.
• Make proactive decisions that support milestone achievement and project success.
• Plan detailed procedures for defined projects, including timelines, milestones, methodologies, expected results, and resource needs.
• Lead department-wide initiatives such as safety programs, recruiting efforts, and committee participation.
• Initiate productive collaborations across departments or external partners.
• Contribute to scientific journal articles, technical reports, and complex documentation as lead author when applicable.
• Provide clear, detailed interpretation of scientific results and their relevance to project objectives.
• Ensure generation of robust, reliable data that supports process development and scientific decision-making.
• Develop supervisory and mentoring skills by guiding junior scientists or technical staff.
• Motivate, lead, and support team members in scientific and operational activities.

SKILLS

• Ability to motivate, lead, and supervise scientific activities.
• Strong capability to develop realistic timelines and manage complex projects.
• Advanced problem‑solving skills using scientific theory and experimental design.
• Demonstrated ability to independently determine and develop scientific analyses and solutions.
• High degree of autonomy in defining scientific objectives and approaches.
• Strong laboratory skills and project management abilities.
• Creativity in developing new hypotheses and experimental strategies.
• Critical evaluation and detailed interpretation of scientific results.
• Strong understanding of scientific relevance and impact of targeted work.
• Excellent communication skills; bilingual (English & Spanish).

Requirements

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Doctorate (PhD, PharmD, MD) — post‑doctoral experience preferred where applicable OR
• Master’s degree + 3 years of scientific experience OR
• Bachelor’s degree + 5 years of scientific experience

Preferred academic backgrounds: Engineering, Microbiology, or related scientific fields.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Validation experience in highly regulated industries.
• Experience with filling validation, process validation, or technical documentation.
• Strong background in engineering, microbiology, or related scientific disciplines.
• Experience generating technical documentation in compliance-driven environments.

Benefits

• 6-month contract with possible extension
• Administrative shift