Apply to Process Development Sr. Scientist- 35535

SUMMARY:
To independently conceive, design, implement and advance scientific experiments, which contribute to the successful completion of goals and/or projects. Interprets experimental strategies or leads these activities. Provides input to new processes to generate robust and reliable data. Functions as a lead scientific / technical resource or as a project leader.

FUNCTIONS:

1. Independently monitors or conducts experiments, studies, or a series of experiments/studies to advance projects or technologies
2. Provides advanced data analysis and interpretation, and assesses impact of data on the project and makes recommendations
3. Expands knowledge-seeking beyond core area of expertise
4. Identifies relevant external competitive knowledge
5. Independently prepares new and novel protocols/experimental design
6. Key contributor to an independent research/project team
7. Initiates productive collaborations outside of the department or company
8. Introduces new or advanced technologies and/or concepts
9. May contribute to scientific journal articles or complex technical documents as lead author
10. Leads department-wide support efforts such as safety, recruiting and committees
11. Develops supervisory and mentoring skills
12. Makes proactive decisions that contribute to the achievement of milestones
13. Plans detailed procedures for defined projects, including timelines, milestones, methodological approaches, expected results and necessary resources.

EDUCATION:

• Doctorate PhD OR PharmD or MD.
• Master + 3 years of Scientific experience.
• Bachelors + 5 years of Scientific experience.
• Science background as Engineering or microbiology.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Validation experience in highly regulated industry. If possible filling validation and work on technical documentation.

SKILLS:

1. Ability to motivate, lead and/or supervise the activities of others.
2. Ability to develop realistic timelines.
3. Be able to problem solve using the application of scientific theory.
4. Demonstrate skills in independently determining and developing scientific analysis and solutions.
5. Exercise considerable latitude in determining objectives of scientific work.
6. Demonstrate strong laboratory and project management skills.
7. Creative skills in the development of new hypotheses for scientific experiments.
8. Critical evaluation and detailed interpretation of results.
9. Demonstrate knowledge of scientific relevance of targeted work.
10. Bilingual (English and Spanish).

WORK METHODOLOGY:

• Full on site job in Juncos, PR
• Full time job
• Expected project duration: 6 months for the first contract with a high possibility of extension based on performance and budget.
• Administrative Shift (able to work different shifts and on weekends during characterization or validation).
• Expected hiring date: August 2026