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Data Scientist

Lexington, Massachusetts
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  • Job Type: Full Time
  • Job Level: Senior
  • Travel: 5-10%

The Pharmaceutical Sciences (Pharm Sci) organization is an integral part of global R&D at Takeda, translating science into therapeutic products for patients. When you join Pharm Sci, you become part of a team dedicated to bringing our products to life for our patients through innovation, dedication and talent while minimizing environmental impact.

We work as a member of Takeda’s Global Program Team (GPT) and take full ownership of Chemistry, Manufacturing & Control (CMC) activities — driving product development from bench to bedside.

The Pharm Sci team focuses on executing and enhancing business processes and partnering with key stakeholders and industry leaders to boldly deliver an increasingly complex portfolio. Always looking through a sustainability lens to protect our planet, we are embracing new ways of working, excelling in our data and digital transformation, building differentiated capabilities (CMC Acceleration), delivering innovative medical devices, and advancing an inclusive, innovative culture.

It is an exciting time to be in Pharm Sci. Join our journey and change the lives of patients!

Job ID R0136511 Date posted 10/28/2024 Location Lexington, Massachusetts

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Job Description

About the role:

At Takeda, we are a forward-looking, world-class R&D organization that unlocks innovation and delivers transformative therapies to patients. By focusing R&D efforts on four therapeutic areas and other targeted investments, we push the boundaries of what is possible in order to bring life-changing therapies to patients worldwide.

Join Takeda as a Data Scientist where you will work with drug product scientists, device engineers, test engineers, and process development experts to develop and validate computational techniques and simulations to model and predict the behavior and interaction of biological, chemical, and physical systems. You will also also support digitalization of business and quality processes. As part of the Drug Product and Device Development (DPDD) team, you will report to Director, Commercial Device Engineering. DPDD develops Drug, Device, and Combination products in a sustainable and cost-effective process.

You will have an innovative mindset, able to leverage their experience with advanced data analytics, In Silico technology, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Deep Learning, and Digitalization techniques to support combination product development and lifecycle management.

How you will contribute:

  • You will lead the initiatives to integrate the In Silico and automation approaches into the combination product development, risk management, manufacturing and post market lifecycle management.

  • You will partner with data scientists to develop an infrastructure and processes for the contextualization, organization, visualization, and storage of the generated data, to enable autonomous and intelligent process development. Identify and convert physical activities in development and lifecycle to digital platforms.

  • You will have deep experience processing large data sets and applying advanced methods to visualize and extract value from them. You will have experience developing workflows for data collection using a wide range of automation tools, from traditional platforms to the use and development of complex software solutions. You will have knowledge of multiple process analytical technologies (PAT), Pharma 4.0 digital maturity models and systems, and testing and building simulation models. You will strive to improve our workflows to facilitate and accelerate process development, optimization, and understanding.

  • You will be recognized as a technical resource/expert within DPDD and across Pharmaceutical Sciences and use technical expertise to contribute across multiple projects and drive technical/scientific strategy. You will collaborate closely with product development groups, digital and manufacturing based on pipeline needs and current trends in research. You will maintain and grow the department's strategic relationships with our outsourcing partners, academic collaborators, and pre-competitive consortia, as well as directing and managing outsourcing across a product platform, as appropriate.

  • Document model development and validation processes, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.

  • Present findings and provide insights to stakeholders to inform decision-making processes.

  • Stay updated with the latest advancements in data science, machine learning, and in-silico modeling techniques, incorporating novel automation technologies and industry trends as a key aspect of scientific strategy development.

  • Ensure project management of all plans and projects within your responsibilities, linking all scientific efforts to company, program and functional goals.

  • Identify topics for initiatives and lead local/global and cross-functional initiatives on behalf of senior staff.

  • Represent Takeda and be an active member on pre-competitive collaborations with academic and industrial partners.

  • May require approximately 10% travel.

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications:

  • PhD in engineering or related pharmaceutical science.

  • Masters degree in engineering or related pharmaceutical science and 6+ years relevant industry experience.

  • Bachelors degree in engineering or related pharmaceutical science and 8+ years relevant industry experience.

  • Extensive experience in the use of computational modeling and simulation in medical device or related areas.

  • Proficiency in computational modeling software (FEA, CFD, etc.), and CAD software such as SolidWorks.

  • Experience in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML).

  • Experience validating computational models.

  • Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

  • Excellent communication and presentation skills.

  • Experience managing staff preferred.

  • Sound knowledge of current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP).

  • Previous experience contributing to regulatory filings, preferably experience will late-stage filings.

  • Proven scientific track record through presentations at scientific conferences and publication of peer-reviewed manuscripts.

More about us:

At Takeda, we are transforming patient care through the development of novel specialty pharmaceuticals and best in class patient support programs. Takeda is a patient-focused company that will inspire and empower you to grow through life-changing work.

Certified as a Global Top Employer, Takeda offers stimulating careers, encourages innovation, and strives for excellence in everything we do. We foster an inclusive, collaborative workplace, in which our teams are united by an unwavering commitment to deliver Better Health and a Brighter Future to people around the world.

This position is currently classified as "hybrid" in accordance with Takeda's Hybrid and Remote Work policy.

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Takeda Compensation and Benefits Summary

We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. We are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices.

For Location:

Lexington, MA

U.S. Base Salary Range:

$108,500.00 - $170,500.00

The estimated salary range reflects an anticipated range for this position. The actual base salary offered may depend on a variety of factors, including the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job.The actual base salary offered will be in accordance with state or local minimum wage requirements for the job location.

U.S. based employees may be eligible for short-term and/or long-termincentives. U.S.based employees may be eligible to participate in medical, dental, vision insurance, a 401(k) plan and company match, short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, a tuition reimbursement program, paid volunteer time off, company holidays, and well-being benefits, among others. U.S.based employees are also eligible to receive, per calendar year, up to 80 hours of sick time, and new hires are eligible to accrue up to 120 hours of paid vacation.

EEO Statement

Takeda is proud in its commitment to creating a diverse workforce and providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, genetic information or characteristics, marital status, status as a Vietnam era veteran, special disabled veteran, or other protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws, and any other characteristic protected by law.

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Lexington, MA

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time
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Where you fit in

Our teams are experienced in medicinal chemistry, multi-step synthesis, multimodal genetics, genomics datasets, pharmacokinetics and more. So wherever your expertise and passion lie, your work will have tangible outcomes, advancing an innovative pipeline that serves unmet needs.

We're delving deeper than ever inside the human body and its microbiome, implementing innovative approaches to deliver high-quality products that treat a range of illnesses, including IBD and cancer.

In our diverse, forward-thinking culture, we're constantly embracing new ways of working:

  • Partnering with research teams, GPTs, business development and our commercial partners in GMS/GQ
  • Supporting all stages of pre-clinical and clinical development
  • Providing enabling technologies, including formulation and delivery strategies, analytical expertise and IP
  • Developing processes to manufacture high-quality Clinical Trial Material and other
  • Focusing on broad therapeutic areas on multiple device platforms: Advanced Delivery Devices, Home & Point-Of-Care Diagnostics, Software & Connectivity for eHealth devices and state-of-the-art Medical Devices & Combination Products

On our team in Pharmaceutical Sciences, you’ll notice a big difference in your own life, too. You’ll be supported to develop your career. You'll connect with brilliant minds and be recognized for your accomplishments. Your curiosity, skills and dedication will have a place and a purpose. So even when you’re exploring the smallest of details, your world will be bigger than ever.

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Along with incredibly passionate colleagues, there’s a clear commitment to invest in the best facilities and the right equipment needed to successfully perform world-class science.
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The heart of our work

Leading with innovation

Our pipeline

Our internal research capabilities and external partnerships contribute to an R&D engine that has produced exciting new molecular entities (NMEs) across our core Therapeutic Areas. Check out our pipeline and see how we’ll continue delivering a steady stream of next-generation therapies.

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What we believe in

Our values of Takeda-ism are Integrity, Fairness, Honesty and Perseverance, with Integrity as the core. These are brought to life through actions based on Patient, Trust, Reputation and Business, in that order.

Our belief in putting people first extends beyond our patients — it includes their families and communities, as well as our Takeda colleagues and their families.

We are committed to embracing our differences, valuing different perspectives, and fostering a culture of respect, inclusiveness and empowerment.

Our embedded Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I) strategy enables us to attract and retain exceptional talent, drives innovation, and helps address systemic inequalities in our communities.

  • Integrity

  • Fairness

  • Honesty

  • Perseverance

Working at Takeda

  • Inclusion

    Here, you will feel welcomed, respected, and valued as a vital contributor to our global team.
  • Collaboration

    A strong, borderless team, we strive together towards our priorities and inspiring mission.
  • Innovation

    Bold initiatives, continuous improvement, and creativity are at the heart of how we bring scientific breakthroughs from the lab to patients.
  • Top Workplace

    Recognized for our culture and way of working, we’re one of only 17 companies to receive Top Global Employer® status for 2024.
  • Work-Life

    Our people-first mission extends beyond patients to include their families, communities, and our own Takeda family.
  • Empowerment

    Through trust and respect, you will have genuine support from leaders, managers, and colleagues to do your best work.

We're Steadfast In Our Commitment to Four Key Imperatives

Patient


Responsibly translate science into highly innovative medicines and accelerate access to improve lives worldwide.

People


Create an exceptional people experience.

Planet


Protect our planet.

Data & Digital


Transform Takeda into the most trusted, data-driven, outcomes-based biopharmaceutical company.

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