Senior Level Process Scientist Jobs
Senior level process scientist jobs place experienced scientists in charge of process development strategy, scale-up ownership, and the cross-functional teams that drive manufacturing outcomes. Roles concentrate heavily on-site and in hybrid settings across Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, Science & Research, and Healthcare & Medical Services, with employers like Calico Life Sciences, Insmed, and Genezen hiring at this level now.
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INTRODUCTION
Revolution Medicines is a global, commercial-state oncology company dedicated to discovering, developing and delivering innovative medicines for patients with RAS-addicted cancers. Leveraging its differentiated RAS(ON) tri-complex inhibitor platform, the company is advancing a broad, integrated portfolio of oral RAS(ON) inhibitors designed to directly target the active, cancer-driving state of RAS. Founded on rigorous scientific inquiry and a willingness to challenge long-held assumptions, Revolution Medicines is committed to changing the trajectory of disease for patients with RAS-addicted cancers worldwide. Our people are united by a shared way of working: follow the science, challenge assumptions, act with urgency and hold ourselves to a high standard of rigor—all in service of patients.
THE OPPORTUNITY
We are seeking an advanced career scientist with a passion for process chemistry. You will be a hands-on experimentalist leading scientific investigations, coordinating cross-disciplinary decisions, and solving critical problems affecting process transfer and clinical supply. You will own complex drug substance development work. The role requires experience working in support of regulatory filings, and a record of solving problems, and exercising sound technical judgment in complex and ambiguous development situations.
- Personally design and execute pivotal experiments to resolve difficult chemistry problems, develop new methods, and test high-impact scientific hypotheses.
- Lead investigations of complex reaction behavior, process variability, and impurity formation; establish scientifically justified recommendations for process control.
- Direct integrated process development across assigned programs or complex workstreams, establishing technical priorities and evaluating alternative development strategies.
- Manage a small group of scientists and research associates, developing technical capability through clear objectives, rigorous data review, coaching, and performance feedback.
- Lead cross-disciplinary technical discussions and decisions with analytical development, quality, manufacturing, regulatory, and supply chain partners.
- Direct laboratory scale-up and technology transfer to CDMOs, evaluate implementation risks, and lead resolution of significant manufacturing problems.
- Author and review process chemistry documentation and scientific justifications in support of regulatory filings, ensuring that development evidence supports the proposed manufacturing process.
- Identify broader implications of experimental findings for subsequent development, influence project strategy, and maintain strong standards of laboratory safety and knowledge capture.
REQUIRED SKILLS, EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
- PhD in organic chemistry and at least 8 years of related experience, which may include postdoctoral research, with substantial pharmaceutical industry process development experience.
- A record of solving complex and ambiguous small-molecule process chemistry problems and delivering robust processes for clinical manufacturing.
- Direct experience contributing to regulatory submissions and leading process development, scale-up, and technology transfer activities.
- Advanced hands-on synthesis, experimental design, mechanistic reasoning, impurity investigation, and interpretation of analytical evidence.
- Demonstrated leadership of cross-disciplinary scientific work and experience supervising scientific staff and developing direct reports.
- Strong understanding of cGMP manufacturing, drug substance control strategies, process safety, and development needs from early through later stages.
- Ability to make and communicate consequential technical recommendations, balance competing project needs, and remain active in the laboratory.
PREFERRED SKILLS
- Experience supporting multiple IND submissions or progressing drug substance processes through successive clinical development stages.
- Experience developing novel process solutions, leading significant manufacturing investigations, or contributing to scientific publications or intellectual property.
COMPENSATION
- Base Pay Salary Range: $170,000 - $212,000 USD
The base pay salary range for this full-time position for candidates working onsite at our headquarters in Redwood City, CA is listed below. The range displayed on each job posting is intended to be the base pay salary range for an individual working onsite in Redwood City and will be adjusted for the local market a candidate is based in. Our base pay salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Individual base pay salary is determined by multiple factors, including job-related skills, experience, market dynamics, and relevant education or training. Please note that base pay salary range is one part of the overall total rewards program at RevMed, which includes competitive cash compensation, robust equity awards, strong benefits, and significant learning and development opportunities.
Revolution Medicines is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin/ancestry, age, disability, marital status, medical condition, and veteran status.
Revolution Medicines takes protection and security of personal data very seriously and respects your right to privacy while using our website and when contacting us by email or phone. We will only collect, process and use any personal data that you provide to us in accordance with our CCPA Notice and Privacy Policy. For additional information, please contact privacy@revmed.com.
We are aware of recent recruitment scams in which individuals or organizations falsely represent themselves as being affiliated with Revolution Medicines. These scams may appear as false job advertisements or unsolicited contacts through communication or chat platforms, email, phone, or text message.
Please note that Revolution Medicines does not extend unsolicited employment offers and will never ask candidates to provide financial information, purchase equipment, or pay fees as part of the hiring process. All legitimate communication from Revolution Medicines will come from an official @revmed.com email address.
If you believe you’ve been contacted by someone impersonating a Revolution Medicines recruiter, please report it to careers@revmed.com so we can share these impersonations with our IT team for tracking and awareness.
INTRODUCTION
Revolution Medicines is a global, commercial-state oncology company dedicated to discovering, developing and delivering innovative medicines for patients with RAS-addicted cancers. Leveraging its differentiated RAS(ON) tri-complex inhibitor platform, the company is advancing a broad, integrated portfolio of oral RAS(ON) inhibitors designed to directly target the active, cancer-driving state of RAS. Founded on rigorous scientific inquiry and a willingness to challenge long-held assumptions, Revolution Medicines is committed to changing the trajectory of disease for patients with RAS-addicted cancers worldwide. Our people are united by a shared way of working: follow the science, challenge assumptions, act with urgency and hold ourselves to a high standard of rigor—all in service of patients.
THE OPPORTUNITY
We are seeking an advanced career scientist with a passion for process chemistry. You will be a hands-on experimentalist leading scientific investigations, coordinating cross-disciplinary decisions, and solving critical problems affecting process transfer and clinical supply. You will own complex drug substance development work. The role requires experience working in support of regulatory filings, and a record of solving problems, and exercising sound technical judgment in complex and ambiguous development situations.
- Personally design and execute pivotal experiments to resolve difficult chemistry problems, develop new methods, and test high-impact scientific hypotheses.
- Lead investigations of complex reaction behavior, process variability, and impurity formation; establish scientifically justified recommendations for process control.
- Direct integrated process development across assigned programs or complex workstreams, establishing technical priorities and evaluating alternative development strategies.
- Manage a small group of scientists and research associates, developing technical capability through clear objectives, rigorous data review, coaching, and performance feedback.
- Lead cross-disciplinary technical discussions and decisions with analytical development, quality, manufacturing, regulatory, and supply chain partners.
- Direct laboratory scale-up and technology transfer to CDMOs, evaluate implementation risks, and lead resolution of significant manufacturing problems.
- Author and review process chemistry documentation and scientific justifications in support of regulatory filings, ensuring that development evidence supports the proposed manufacturing process.
- Identify broader implications of experimental findings for subsequent development, influence project strategy, and maintain strong standards of laboratory safety and knowledge capture.
REQUIRED SKILLS, EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
- PhD in organic chemistry and at least 8 years of related experience, which may include postdoctoral research, with substantial pharmaceutical industry process development experience.
- A record of solving complex and ambiguous small-molecule process chemistry problems and delivering robust processes for clinical manufacturing.
- Direct experience contributing to regulatory submissions and leading process development, scale-up, and technology transfer activities.
- Advanced hands-on synthesis, experimental design, mechanistic reasoning, impurity investigation, and interpretation of analytical evidence.
- Demonstrated leadership of cross-disciplinary scientific work and experience supervising scientific staff and developing direct reports.
- Strong understanding of cGMP manufacturing, drug substance control strategies, process safety, and development needs from early through later stages.
- Ability to make and communicate consequential technical recommendations, balance competing project needs, and remain active in the laboratory.
PREFERRED SKILLS
- Experience supporting multiple IND submissions or progressing drug substance processes through successive clinical development stages.
- Experience developing novel process solutions, leading significant manufacturing investigations, or contributing to scientific publications or intellectual property.
COMPENSATION
- Base Pay Salary Range: $170,000 - $212,000 USD
The base pay salary range for this full-time position for candidates working onsite at our headquarters in Redwood City, CA is listed below. The range displayed on each job posting is intended to be the base pay salary range for an individual working onsite in Redwood City and will be adjusted for the local market a candidate is based in. Our base pay salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Individual base pay salary is determined by multiple factors, including job-related skills, experience, market dynamics, and relevant education or training. Please note that base pay salary range is one part of the overall total rewards program at RevMed, which includes competitive cash compensation, robust equity awards, strong benefits, and significant learning and development opportunities.
Revolution Medicines is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin/ancestry, age, disability, marital status, medical condition, and veteran status.
Revolution Medicines takes protection and security of personal data very seriously and respects your right to privacy while using our website and when contacting us by email or phone. We will only collect, process and use any personal data that you provide to us in accordance with our CCPA Notice and Privacy Policy. For additional information, please contact privacy@revmed.com.
We are aware of recent recruitment scams in which individuals or organizations falsely represent themselves as being affiliated with Revolution Medicines. These scams may appear as false job advertisements or unsolicited contacts through communication or chat platforms, email, phone, or text message.
Please note that Revolution Medicines does not extend unsolicited employment offers and will never ask candidates to provide financial information, purchase equipment, or pay fees as part of the hiring process. All legitimate communication from Revolution Medicines will come from an official @revmed.com email address.
If you believe you’ve been contacted by someone impersonating a Revolution Medicines recruiter, please report it to careers@revmed.com so we can share these impersonations with our IT team for tracking and awareness.
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Senior Level Process Scientist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level process scientist job?
Employers at this level look for candidates who have owned a process from development through commercial scale-up, not just contributed to one. Demonstrating that you have led technical decisions, resolved critical deviations independently, and mentored junior scientists gives you a clear edge. Highlighting cross-functional project leadership and regulatory submission experience signals readiness for the scope these roles carry.
Which companies hire senior level process scientists?
Companies hiring senior level process scientists right now include Calico Life Sciences, Insmed, and Genezen, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level tends to concentrate in large pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and specialty chemical manufacturers that run active development pipelines and need experienced scientists to own process performance.
Are there remote senior level process scientist jobs?
Yes, though most roles require at least some on-site presence given the lab and manufacturing environment. About 0% of senior level process scientist openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting roles in technical consulting, process modeling, and regulatory affairs where hands-on equipment access is less critical.
What makes a process scientist role senior level?
Senior level process scientist roles are defined by ownership and scope rather than task execution. At this stage, you are expected to set the technical direction for a process or product line, make independent judgment calls on scale-up and troubleshooting, represent your function in cross-functional or regulatory discussions, and actively develop the capabilities of less experienced scientists on your team.
Which industries hire the most senior level process scientists?
Senior Level process scientist roles concentrate in Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, Science & Research, and Healthcare & Medical Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they operate complex, regulated manufacturing environments where experienced process ownership directly affects product quality, yield, and time to market.