Adecco Healthcare & Life Sciences is hiring a contract Scientist III for our Pharmaceutical partner in Framingham, MA. The anticipated hourly wage for this position is between $80 and $86. Hourly wage may depend upon experience, education, geographic location, and other factors. Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria **Process Engineer IV – Manufacturing Science** Department Overview: The Manufacturing Science team plays a critical role in biologics manufacturing by ensuring that processes remain capable, compliant, controlled, cost-effective, and continuously improved. This team provides technical leadership, process monitoring, root cause investigation, and drives continuous improvement and innovation in manufacturing operations. **Key Responsibilities:** Serve as the technical lead for manufacturing processes, offering expertise to manufacturing and quality teams. Monitor process performance through CPV (Continued Process Verification) and drive data-driven improvements. Lead root cause investigations and troubleshoot issues during production to ensure process stability and compliance. Contribute to process scale-up, manufacturability analysis, PAT (Process Analytical Technology) implementation, and cost analysis for new facility designs and process improvements. Develop and implement digital process data analytics systems to optimize performance. Work cross-functionally with Process Development, Regulatory, and Quality teams to support process lifecycle management and regulatory documentation. **Basic Qualifications:** Bachelor’s degree in Chemical or Biochemical Engineering (or related field) with 7+ years of relevant experience. Master’s degree with 5+ years of relevant experience. Ph.D. with 3+ years of relevant experience in the biopharmaceutical or pharmaceutical industry. Preferred Qualifications: Strong problem-solving skills with a proven ability to apply engineering principles to complex technical challenges. Hands-on expertise with biologics downstream operations, including filtration, UF/DF, chromatography, viral clearance, and extractables/leachables analysis. Solid understanding of cGMP requirements, regulatory expectations, and quality frameworks. Experience with process data analytics tools and computerized manufacturing systems (DCS, Process Data Historians, LIMS, MES). Demonstrated leadership in project management, cross-functional collaboration, and continuous improvement initiatives. Ability to work independently, make informed decisions, and navigate ambiguous situations effectively. Strong communication and technical writing skills, with experience engaging with business partners and senior management. This role offers the opportunity to lead impactful projects, drive innovation in biologics manufacturing, and play a crucial role in advancing process optimization and regulatory compliance. **Pay Details:** $80.00 to $86.00 per hour Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.adecco.com/en-us/candidate-privacy The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: + The California Fair Chance Act + Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance + Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers + San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance