Process Development Scientist

Echo-Consulting-Group; Juncos (PR); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Echo Consulting Group in Juncos, PR seeks a highly qualified scientist to conceive, design, implement, and execute experimental studies under supervision.

Responsibilities include data analysis, maintaining compliance with protocols and regulations, collaborating across departments, mentoring, and developing new methods for defect creation and testing; must be bilingual in English/Spanish; doctorate or master with experience required.

Qualifications

• Doctorate or Master with 2+ years of scientific experience, or Bachelor's with 4+ years.
• Experience preparing syringes and vials with defects for developmental studies and equipment setup.
• Experience using calipers, microscopes, and analytical balances.
• Strong manual dexterity, creativity, and practical problem-solving; ability to develop and create defects in glass containers.
• Fully bilingual in English and Spanish; able to work cross-functionally.
• Knowledge of aseptic techniques, 5S, Lean Manufacturing, and visual manual inspection techniques.

Responsibilities

• Conceives and designs, executes or evaluates, and interprets experimental strategies. Provides input to new processes to generate robust and reliable data.
• Ensures that studies are conducted in compliance with protocols and applicable guidelines and regulations.
• Designs, monitors or conducts experimental strategies with general guidance from supervisor.
• Provides data analysis and interpretation, and assesses impact of the data on the project.
• Keeps current in field of scientific expertise and areas relevant to their function; monitors field of expertise, including literature and technology development.
• May introduce advanced scientific methods and develop new protocols to address issues.
• Represents the department on project teams under supervision of a senior scientific staff member.
• May initiate productive collaborations within and outside of the department or company.
• Advises or assists others in experimental design and/or interpretation/diagnosis of data and implementing innovative remedies; authors scientific reports, summary documents, complex regulatory documents, invention disclosures and/or patents.
• Participates in external scientific community.
• May assume lead role in department-wide support efforts such as safety, recruiting and committees.
• May develop supervisory and mentoring skills and follows timelines for completing project team work.

Skills

Advanced analysis

Lab skills

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

Cross-functional communication

Verbal communication

Written communication

Technical writing

Negotiation

Change management

MS Office

Scientific theory

Experimental design

cGMP knowledge

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Doctorate

Master + 2 years experience

Bachelor's + 4 years experience

Job description

Summary of Role

To conceive, design, implement, and execute specific scientific experiments, which contribute to the successful completion of goals and/or projects under the general guidance of a supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Conceives and designs, executes or evaluates, and interprets experimental strategies. Provides input to new processes to generate robust and reliable data.
• Ensures that studies are conducted in compliance with the respective protocol and applicable guidelines and regulations.
• Designs, monitors or conducts experimental strategies with general guidance from supervisor.
• Provides data analysis and interpretation, and assesses impact of the data on the project.
• Keeps current in field of scientific expertise and areas relevant to their function. Monitors field of expertise, including literature and technology development, and communicates relevant observations.
• May introduce advanced scientific methods. Develops and implements new and novel protocols to address specific issues.
• May represent the department on project teams under supervision of a senior scientific staff member.
• May initiate productive collaborations within and outside of the department or company.
• Advises or assists others in experimental design and/or interpretation/diagnosis of data and implementing innovative remedies. Independently authors scientific reports, summary documents, complex regulatory documents, invention disclosure submissions and/or patents.
• Participates in external scientific community.
• May assume lead role in department-wide support efforts such as safety, recruiting and committees.
• May develop supervisory and mentoring skills. Develops and follows timelines for completing project team work.

Shift: Administrative

Location: Juncos, PR

Education:Doctorate OR Master + 2 years of Scientific experience OR Bachelor's + 4 years of Scientific experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience preparing syringes and vials with cosmetic, particle, or solution defects for developmental studies, equipment characterization, training activities, and commercial equipment setup.
• Experience using laboratory equipment and instruments, including calipers, microscopes, and analytical balances.
• Strong manual dexterity, creativity, and practical problem-solving skills, with the ability to develop and create defects in glass containers.
• Strong creative mindset and exceptional fine motor skills, with the ability to handle, cut, shape, and craft miniature items with precision, including preparing particles and creating defects for laboratory studies
• Ability to develop, introduce, or improve defect-creation methods for laboratory use.
• Ability to evaluate defects and other conditions in primary containers.
• Knowledge of aseptic techniques, 5S, Lean Manufacturing, and visual manual inspection techniques.
• Ability to manage projects of limited scope under general direction.
• Ability to motivate and support the work of others.
• Innovative, resourceful approach to developing methods for creating cosmetic defects in vials and syringes.
• Proficiency with AI tools to support research, information organization, and workflow improvement, using sound judgment and following applicable company requirements.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills, including experience coordinating projects and working with other departments.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize competing tasks.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with internal and external customers.
• Highly motivated, charismatic, and approachable team player who actively supports colleagues, stays engaged, and contributes positively to team activities and shared goals.

Skills

• Advanced scientific analysis and troubleshooting skills.
• Advanced laboratory work skills. Ability to motivate and/or supervise the activities of others.
• Must be well organized, have multi-task project experience, and be able to communicate and work well with other departments.
• Must have demonstrated skills and competencies in the following areas: Verbal communication, Written communication including technical writing skills, negotiation and conflict resolution.
• Analytical problem solving, Project management.
• Ability to be flexible and manage change.
• Computer literacy (Windows environment: Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Skills requiring the application of scientific theory.
• Creative skills in the design and performance of scientific experiments and interpretation of results.
• Strong knowledge of cGMPs.
• Fully bilingual (English/Spanish).

Equal Employment Opportunity

ECHO Consulting Group, Inc. is committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or membership in any other class protected by federal, state, or local law.

We assure you that your opportunity for employment with ECHO Consulting Group, Inc. depends solely on your qualifications.