AstraZeneca Posted November 5, 2026

Senior Engineer, Process Data Science and Statistics

Gaithersburg, Maryland, United States of America Full time
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About this opportunity

The Sr Engineer will develop and maintain analytical workflows for multivariate process monitoring, predictive modeling of batch outcomes from incoming material, and anomaly detection on high-dimensional process data. This role builds and maintains data systems, analytical platforms, and AI-enabled tooling that connect process characterization and manufacturing execution data to statistical analysis and decision support - scaling from early process development through late-stage clinical development and commercial and post-commercial manufacturing. The role will also support development of hybrid mechanistic and data-driven models and human-supervised agentic AI applications.

This position reports to the Director, Process Data Science and Statistics lead, Process Engineering, Cell Therapy Development and Operations, and is located Required Qualifications

Education

• Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, Biotechnology, Data Science, Statistics, or related field with 2+ year of relevant experience

• OR M.S. in Chemical Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, Biotechnology, Data Science, Statistics, or related field with 4+ years of relevant experience

• OR B.S. in Chemical Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, Biotechnology, Data Science, Statistics, or related field with 5+ years of relevant experience

Technical Skills

• Demonstrated experience in applied data science and statistical methods for process development or manufacturing (process capability, variance components, DOE, control charting, and multivariate analysis)

• Proficiency in Python (pandas, scipy, statsmodels, scikit-learn, plotly) and SQL for data analysis and pipeline development

• Experience developing and evaluating predictive models, including data preparation, validation, and interpretation of model results

• Experience with software development practices including version control, automation, and reproducible analysis workflows

• Ability to prepare clear technical documentation and translate complex statistical findings into actionable insights for cross-functional audiences

Soft Skills

• Excellent cross-functional communication and collaboration in matrixed environments

• Ability to work independently, set priorities, and deliver under time-sensitive program and regulatory timelines

• Practical problem-solving with ability to translate analytical concepts into maintainable tools and workflows

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with cloud data systems (AWS, Snowflake, Databricks, or similar)

• Experience building interactive analytical applications (Streamlit, Dash, or similar)

• Experience with multivariate SPC methods, including PCA/PLS, Hotelling T-squared, SPE/DModX, and anomaly detection

• Experience with hybrid mechanistic and data-driven modeling, process simulation, digital shadows, or neural ODEs

• Experience with AI/ML methods applied to manufacturing or bioprocess problems, including incoming-material batch-outcome prediction and LLM-based or agentic tooling

• Experience in cell therapy or biologics manufacturing

• Experience with DOE design and analysis for process characterization

• Track record of building and deploying automated reporting and process monitoring systems

Accountabilities

Statistical Strategy & Regulatory Support

Support statistical analysis for comparability assessments (site transfers, significant process changes), process characterization, and control strategy development for cell therapy programs

Apply rigorous statistical frameworks (equivalence testing, process capability analysis, variance component analysis, tolerance intervals) to evaluate drug product quality and support defensible regulatory narratives under tight timelines

Design and analyze DOE studies for process characterization and LVV manufacturing, including risk-based parameter selection and interaction modeling

Support process and product characterization for early development activities

Process Monitoring & Reporting

Develop and maintain process monitoring workflows for pivotal and commercial manufacturing, including statistical control charts, alert/action limits, and trend detection

Build multivariate statistical process control capabilities (e.g., principal component analysis or  partial least squares), to support continued process verification, batch review, and investigations

Develop and evaluate anomaly detection methods for high-dimensional process data to support investigation triage and batch review

Build structured interactive reports and dashboards delivering batch visibility, in-process trend tracking, and decision support across programs

Develop predictive models linking incoming material attributes to batch outcomes to support assessment ahead of manufacturing run commitment

Data Infrastructure, Digital Systems and AI/ML

Partner with IT to implement data pipelines and analytical platforms (including tools such as Snowflake, Streamlit applications, and other cloud platforms enabling automated reporting) that connect process development and manufacturing execution data to statistical analysis and decision support

Support manufacturing data digitization, working with IT and manufacturing sites to establish scalable data capture and integration for commercial readiness

Develop and evaluate hybrid mechanistic and data-driven models, including digital shadows and, where appropriate, for process understanding, forecasting, and decision support

Build and maintain reproducible AI/ML workflows, including data preparation, model evaluation, documentation, and monitoring, with emphasis on explainability and traceability

Develop constrained, human-supervised agentic AI applications for knowledge retrieval, investigation and deviation triage, digital batch-record assistance, scheduling support, and guided decision support

Technical Leadership & Mentorship

Contribute to digital manufacturing and data science capability development, supporting AI/ML integration and scalable infrastructure to enable commercial readiness

Translate process and manufacturing questions into practical analytical solutions, prioritizing multivariate process monitoring and incoming-material predictive modeling while supporting evaluation of emerging methods

Share statistical methods, reusable code, and applied data science practices with scientists and engineers to elevate organizational capability

Collaborate cross-functionally with R&D, MSAT, Manufacturing Operations, Quality, and IT to align data capabilities with program needs

Required Qualifications Education Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, Biotechnology, Data Science, Statistics, or related field with 2+ year of relevant experience

OR M.S. in Chemical Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, Biotechnology, Data Science, Statistics, or related field with 4+ years of relevant experience

OR B.S. in Chemical Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, Biotechnology, Data Science, Statistics, or related field with 5+ years of relevant experience

Technical Skills Demonstrated experience in applied data science and statistical methods for process development or manufacturing (process capability, variance components, DOE, control charting, and multivariate analysis)

Proficiency in Python (pandas, scipy, statsmodels, scikit-learn, plotly) and SQL for data analysis and pipeline development

Experience developing and evaluating predictive models, including data preparation, validation, and interpretation of model results

Experience with software development practices including version control, automation, and reproducible analysis workflows

Ability to prepare clear technical documentation and translate complex statistical findings into actionable insights for cross-functional audiences

Soft Skills Excellent cross-functional communication and collaboration in matrixed environments

Ability to work independently, set priorities, and deliver under time-sensitive program and regulatory timelines

Practical problem-solving with ability to translate analytical concepts into maintainable tools and workflows

Preferred Qualifications Experience working with cloud data systems (AWS, Snowflake, Databricks, or similar)

Experience building interactive analytical applications (Streamlit, Dash, or similar)

Experience with multivariate SPC methods, including PCA/PLS, Hotelling T-squared, SPE/DModX, and anomaly detection

Experience with hybrid mechanistic and data-driven modeling, process simulation, digital shadows, or neural ODEs

Experience with AI/ML methods applied to manufacturing or bioprocess problems, including incoming-material batch-outcome prediction and LLM-based or agentic tooling

Experience in cell therapy or biologics manufacturing

Experience with DOE design and analysis for process characterization

Track record of building and deploying automated reporting and process monitoring systems

The annual base pay (or hourly rate of compensation) for this position ranges from $101,643.20 - $152,464.80. Our positions offer eligibility for various incentives, an opportunity to receive short-term incentive bonuses, equity-based awards for salaried roles and commissions for sales roles. Benefits offered include qualified retirement programs, paid time off (i.e., vacation, holiday, and leaves), as well as health, dental, and vision coverage in accordance with the terms of the applicable plans.

Date Posted

05-Nov-2026

Closing Date

29-Nov-2026 Our mission is to build an inclusive environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees. In furtherance of that mission, we welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their protected characteristics. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please complete the corresponding section in the application form.

Job details

Seniority
Senior
Function
Biostatistics & Data Science
Therapeutic area
Not listed
Location
Gaithersburg, Maryland, United States of America
Employment type
Full time

How this role compares

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We currently track 156 comparable Senior Biostatistics & Data Science roles across 31 biopharma companies.

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143Currently active
31Companies hiring similar roles
19Countries represented

Salary context

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Peers share this role's job function and a matching or adjacent seniority level -- not necessarily the same therapeutic area or country.

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Lowest disclosed · Senior Statistical Programmer · Johnson & Johnson $106,000/yr – $170,200/yr
Highest disclosed · Biostatistics Associate Director (HYBRID) · Vertex Pharmaceuticals Inc (US) $174,800/yr – $262,200/yr
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Rare Disease1
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