Lead Process Scientist Drug Substance

Proclinical Staffing

Wales

On-site

GBP 45,000 - 65,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A leading life sciences recruiter is seeking a Lead Process Scientist Drug Substance in the UK. This mid-senior level contract position focuses on the transfer and optimization of drug substance manufacturing, ensuring process readiness, regulatory compliance, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to drive informed decisions. Applicants should have a relevant degree and strong analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

Lead the transfer of drug substance manufacturing processes from development to production.
Ensure process knowledge is robust, cost-effective, safe, and compliant.
Prepare and review documentation for regulatory submissions.
Identify and address gaps in process design and control strategies.
Analyze process data to identify areas for improvement.

Skills

Strong understanding of drug substance unit operations and CMC activities

Ability to analyze complex data and regulatory expectations

Skilled in process monitoring and data analysis

Effective communicator

Proven ability to influence cross-functional teams

Proficiency in English

Education

Degree in a scientific, pharmaceutical, or engineering discipline (MSc or PhD preferred)

Job description

Proclinical is seeking a Lead Process Scientist Drug Substance to support the transfer and optimization of drug substance manufacturing processes. This role focuses on ensuring process readiness, regulatory compliance, and addressing any gaps in process design or control strategies. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the successful transition of new products from development to manufacturing.

Responsibilities

Lead the transfer of drug substance manufacturing processes from development to production.
Ensure process knowledge and control strategies are robust, cost-effective, safe, and compliant.
Prepare and review documentation to support process design for regulatory submissions.
Identify and address gaps in process design and control strategies prior to commercial manufacturing.
Analyze process data to identify areas for improvement or concern.
Provide technical reviews of upstream and downstream drug substance processes.
Guide the remediation of process design gaps using scientific principles and product knowledge.
Present findings and proposed actions to stakeholders, including leadership and global teams.
Communicate project status to management and key stakeholders through appropriate channels.
Influence and align stakeholders to drive informed, data-driven decisions.

Key Skills and Requirements

Strong understanding of drug substance unit operations and CMC activities.
Ability to analyze complex data and regulatory expectations to make informed decisions.
Skilled in process monitoring, data analysis, and identifying improvement opportunities.
Effective communicator with the ability to present clear, structured messages to diverse audiences.
Proven ability to influence cross-functional teams and leadership.
Degree in a scientific, pharmaceutical, or engineering discipline (MSc or PhD preferred).
Proficiency in English.

If you are having difficulty in applying or if you have any questions, please contact Numhom Sudsok at n.sudsok@proclinical.com.

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