At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and conduct innovative experiments in a hands-on lab environment.
- Company: Join a leading pharmaceutical and specialty chemicals company with a strong R&D focus.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career development opportunities, and a collaborative team atmosphere.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for growth in pharmaceuticals and advanced materials.
- Why this job: Tackle unique process challenges and make a real impact in the industry.
- Qualifications: Degree in Chemical Engineering or related field, with practical lab experience.
The predicted salary is between 35550 - 43450 £ per year.
We are supporting a well-established pharmaceutical and specialty chemicals company in their search for a Process Development Scientist to join their growing R&D team. This is a hands-on, laboratory-based role for someone who enjoys solving genuinely novel process challenges as part of a close-knit technical team, rather than following a fixed playbook.
The Role
As a Process Development Scientist, you will design and conduct laboratory-scale process engineering experiments covering operations such as mixing, filtration, heating, cooling, pumping, drying, and separation. You will develop and troubleshoot experimental setups, apply process modelling and Design of Experiments (DoE) methodologies, and support the use of Process Analytical Technology (PAT) for process monitoring and control. You'll analyse and interpret experimental results, translate findings into practical recommendations, and collaborate closely with scientists, engineers, and project teams to support process scale-up and technology transfer.
About You
- A degree (BSc, MSc, or PhD) in Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, Pharmaceutical Engineering, Chemistry, or a related discipline
- Proven practical experience in laboratory-scale chemical process development
- Hands-on experience setting up, operating, and troubleshooting laboratory equipment
- A sound understanding of chemical engineering principles and unit operations
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with excellent communication and technical reporting abilities
Desirable
- Experience in process modelling and simulation, or programming in Python, MATLAB, or R
- Background in pharmaceuticals, fine chemicals, speciality chemicals, biotechnology, or advanced materials
- Knowledge of DoE, PAT, statistical/multivariate data analysis, chemometrics, scale-up, pilot plant operations, or Quality by Design (QbD)
Process Development Scientist employer: WALKER COLE INTERNATIONAL LTD
Walker Cole International is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment where innovation and continuous improvement are at the forefront. As a QA Operations Manager, you will benefit from a culture that prioritises employee development through training and mentorship, while also enjoying the unique advantage of working in a leading manufacturing facility that values operational excellence. With a commitment to performance excellence and collaboration across teams, this role provides meaningful opportunities for professional growth and impactful contributions to the organisation's success.
Contact Details:
WALKER COLE INTERNATIONAL LTD Recruitment Team
