Lead Process Development Scientist – Pharma & Sterile Ops

BioPharma Consulting JAD Group; Juncos (PR); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

BioPharma Consulting JAD Group seeks a Process Development Senior Scientist to independently design, execute, and advance studies that support drug product development, aseptic filling operations, and commercial manufacturing readiness. This role acts as a key technical leader, driving data-driven decisions and cross-functional collaboration to ensure process reliability and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities include planning complex experiments, performing advanced data analyses, authoring

Qualifications

• Doctorate with postdoctoral experience or a Master’s with 3+ years or a Bachelor's with 5+ years of scientific experience.
• Experience in sterile drug product manufacturing and aseptic filling preferred.
• Strong leadership, independent scientific rigor, and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Plan, conduct, and monitor experiments to advance process development and manufacturing technologies.
• Perform advanced data analysis and interpret results to guide actions.
• Lead independent research projects and collaborate across departments.
• Author validation protocols, characterization studies, technical reports, and change controls.
• Mentor junior staff and participate in safety programs and recruiting.
• Plan detailed procedures with timelines and resources.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Data analysis

Experimental design

Regulatory knowledge

Bilingual English/Spanish

Communication

Team mentoring

Education

Doctorate (PhD, PharmD, or MD) with relevant postdoctoral experience

Master’s degree with 3+ years of scientific experience

Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of scientific experience

Tools

JMP

Minitab

LIMS

Microsoft Office

Job description

BioPharma Consulting JAD Group seeks a Process Development Senior Scientist to independently design, execute, and advance studies that support drug product development, aseptic filling operations, and commercial manufacturing readiness. This role acts as a key technical leader, driving data-driven decisions and cross-functional collaboration to ensure process reliability and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities include planning complex experiments, performing advanced data analyses, authoring