Sr Scientist process modelling Lisboa

Senior Scientist – Process Modelling

Hovione is an independent family‑owned international group of companies dedicated to helping pharmaceutical customers bring new and off‑patent drugs to market. With over 1, 950 team members across Asia, Europe and North America, we focus on innovation, excellence and life‑savings.

About the Role

As a Senior Scientist, you will be responsible for the design, development, scale‑up and validation of drug substance processes, with a strong emphasis on process modelling (mechanistic, data‑driven, CFD, reactor modelling). You will work closely with cross‑functional teams – synthetic chemists, process engineers, manufacturing and safety – to ensure smooth tech transfer, compliance and innovation throughout the product lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support model‑based process development for drug substance manufacturing
• Design and execute lab‑ and pilot‑scale experiments, analyse results and guide scale‑up and technology transfer strategies
• Collaborate with internal partners to develop robust, scalable processes that meet quality, HSE and c
  GMP standards
• Apply mechanistic, data‑driven and AI/ML‑based models to predict scale‑up performance, reduce experimentation and improve process understanding
• Support the evaluation of scientific and resource needs for projects to ensure timely delivery and customer satisfaction
• Define development and validation strategies and oversee the scientific execution within your group
• Drive implementation of new technologies, tools and methodologies within the area
• Review and approve technical documentation, ensuring accuracy, regulatory compliance and readiness for audits or submission
• Actively contribute to intellectual property development and innovation within your area of expertise
• Provide technical consultancy and support troubleshooting during escalations or complex investigations
• Coordinate and mentor team members, supporting their integration, training, performance management and professional growth
• Ensure budget oversight, efficient resource allocation and alignment with strategic objectives
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement, scientific excellence and HSE/GMP compliance across all activities
• Master’s (required) or Ph
  D (preferred) in Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, Pharmaceutical Technology or related field
• 2–5 years of relevant experience in process development within the pharmaceutical, biotech or CDMO industry
• Hands‑on experience with tech transfer, scale‑up and pilot/manufacturing operations

Qualifications – Technical Skills

• Solid foundation in chemical engineering, organic chemistry, chemical kinetics and mass/heat transfer
• Proven expertise in process modelling including mechanistic models, data‑driven/machine learning approaches, multivariate data analysis (MVDA) and reactor design and scale‑up modelling
• Proficiency in data analysis and modelling tools (e. g. , Python, MATLAB, Aspen Plus, Dyno
  Chem, etc. )
• Experience with process equipment principles and unit operations (reaction, work‑up, isolation, drying, etc. )

Soft Skills

• Strong communication and technical writing abilities
• Effective project and time management
• Demonstrated leadership in cross‑functional or matrix environments
• High level of initiative, problem‑solving and collaboration

Languages

• Fluency in English (verbal and written) is mandatory

Equal Opportunity Employer

Hovione is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. Inclusion and diversity are key to us. At Hovione, that means a work environment where differences are valued, and everyone is treated with fairness and respect. We want all our team members worldwide to feel supported, respected, and have the opportunity to achieve their full potential, regardless of age, gender, religion, disability, sexual orientation or ethnicity.

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Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Product Management

Industries

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing