Process Engineer, Process Chemistry

Job Title: Process Engineer - Pharmaceutical Development

Location: Pharmaron, Coventry, RI

FLSA Status: Exempt

Salary: $100,000-$135,0000

Pharmaron is a global CRO helping pharma and biotech companies bring new therapies to life. With over 21,000 employees worldwide across 23 locations in the US, UK and China, we support drug discovery through to manufacturing with fully integrated, high-quality services.

We're proud of the impact we make and just last year, we supported over 780 discovery projects, 1,000+ CMC programmes, and 1,000+ clinical trials across all phases. Our teams are involved in everything from small molecules to biologics and gene therapies, and we work with more than 3,000 global customers. To learn more, visit

About the Role

We are currently seeking a Process Engineer to strengthen our capabilities in process design, scale-up, and tech transfer at our Coventry, Rhode Island site. This role offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge pharmaceutical processes in close collaboration with multidisciplinary teams in the UK, China, and US.

Our Coventry site specializes in the development and scale-up of drug substance processes from early-stage route scouting through GMP manufacturing. We are a dynamic team dedicated to scientific excellence, innovation, and seamless technical execution across global sites.

Key Responsibilities

Process Design & Optimization

• Apply Quality by Design (QbD) principles to early- and late-phase process development.
• Use Design of Experiments (DoE) for process screening, optimization, and robustness studies.
• Define CPPs, PARs, NORs, and contribute to the development of scalable control strategies.

Reaction Engineering

• Evaluate and model kinetics, mixing, mass/heat transfer, and reactor performance.
• Support development of complex transformations including catalytic hydrogenation.

Downstream Processing

• Design and optimize key unit operations including crystallization, filtration, drying, distillation, and extraction.

Modeling & Scale-Up

• Use process modeling tools to inform scale-up strategies.
• Translate lab-scale findings into actionable parameters for kilo lab and GMP manufacturing.

Process Excellence & Innovation

• Drive cycle time reduction and process intensification initiatives.
• Implement innovative technologies such as continuous flow chemistry and automation platforms.

Technical Transfer

• Support internal and external tech transfer activities, including scale-down/up studies, modeling, and verification experiments.

Technical Environment & Tools

• Lab-scale capabilities: parallel reactors, high-pressure vessels, filtration and drying systems.
• PAT tools: ReactIR, FBRM, NIR.
• Specialized equipment: centrifugal, wet mills.

Cross Functional Collaboration

• Partner with Process Chemistry, Analytical Sciences, Tech Ops, and GMP Production teams.
• Support integrated programs across Coventry and Pharmaron sites in China (e.g., Tianjin, Shaoxing, Ningbo, Beijing).
• Engage in internal and external knowledge sharing, with emphasis on QbD and modeling best practices.

Strategic Focus Areas

• Strengthening scale-up and PAT capabilities for robust tech transfer.
• Advancing continuous processing and flow strategies.
• Improving manufacturability, cost efficiency, and throughput.
• Process safety experience very desirable.

Candidate Profile

• MSc or PhD in Chemical Engineering or a related field.
• Industrial experience in pharmaceutical or chemical process development is preferred.
• Strong background in reaction engineering, separation processes, and process modeling.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams.

Why Pharmaron?

Collaborative Culture: Thrive in our inclusive and collaborative environment, where teamwork and innovation go hand in hand. Here, your voice matters, and your contributions make a real impact. "Employees Number One" and "Clients Centered" are the core cultural values at Pharmaron. Our culture, which sets Pharmaron apart from other organizations, has evolved from our deep commitment to our employees, partners and collaborators.

Benefits: As part of our commitment to your well-being, we offer a comprehensive benefits package:

• Insurance including Medical, Dental & Vision with significant employer contributions
• Employer-funded Health Reimbursement Account
• Healthcare & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• 100% Employer-paid Employee Life and AD&D Insurance, Short and Long Term Disability Insurance
• 401k plan with generous employer match
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program

How to Apply:

Ready to seize this incredible opportunity? Join us at Pharmaron and be part of a dynamic team driving innovation and excellence in biopharmaceutical research and development. Apply online today

Pharmaron is a premier service provider for the life sciences industry. Founded in 2004, Pharmaron has invested in its people and facilities and established a broad spectrum of research, development, and manufacturing service capabilities throughout the entire drug discovery, preclinical, and clinical development process across multiple therapeutic modalities, including small molecules, biologics, and CGT products. With over 21,000 employees and operations in the U.S., the U.K. and China. Pharmaron has an excellent track record in delivering R&D solutions to its partners in North America, Europe, Japan, and China.

As an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, Pharmaron values diversity and inclusion in the workplace, fostering an environment where all individuals are empowered to succeed. Join us in our mission to make a difference in the world of life sciences.