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Job Description

Investment Associate Director-Takeda Digital Ventures

Takeda Pharmaceutical

MA (East Coast)

About the role:

This position is responsible for supporting the Managing Partner in identifying, executing, and managing strategic investments for Takeda Digital Ventures with a focus on USA based virtual care companies. Join Takeda as an Investment Associate Director-Takeda Digital Ventures where you will build and maintain relationships that result in high quality financial and strategic digital health investments for Takeda. As part of Takeda Digital Ventures, you will report to the Managing Partner Takeda Digital Ventures- Data, Digital & Technology, and work with key stakeholders.

How you will contribute:

• Responsible for the coordination, management, performance and results of a steady flow of high quality financial and strategic investment opportunities across US and Europe.

• Coordinate and manage the formal due diligence involving external and internal service providers including legal counsel prior to contract negotiations leading to investment.

• May represent or will be involved within Takeda on the Board of portfolio companies, serving the interests of the company as a shareholder Director / Observer.

• Partnering with and persuade internal stakeholders to develop through diligence results and maximize the opportunities for commercial partnership with portfolio companies.

• Assist, and in his/her absence deputize for, the Managing Partner in all matters concerning external venture activities.

• Coordinate and manage the activities of Investment Managers and Consultants so that the goals of TDV are achieved and those being managed maximize their development potential.

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications:

• Masters in a relevant field (Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Computer Science).

• Minimum of 7 years' experience in Venture investing, with a proven track record of successful and relevant investment in Digital Health care industry preferred.

• Minimum of 7 years' experience in Digital Health industry, with a proven track record in Product Design, Engineering or Business Development experience including deep technical know-how and have demonstrated successful development and global launch of either smart medical devices, digital health products, and/or Software as a Medical Device (SaMD) in the (or).

• Ambition, an entrepreneurial mind, and an ability to analyze business plans, research data, financial figures, and market data to make sound business decisions and recommendations.

• Experience in negotiating and managing third party collaboration, licensing and development contracts. Understanding the laws and regulations affecting venture investments at the state, federal and international level.

• Demonstrates sound judgment and creativity to deal with complex issues and decisions. Ability to explore positions and alternatives to reach beneficial outcomes for all parties involved.

• Understand the competitive landscape in private and public digital health industries, and is knowledgeable enough to anticipate new trends, opportunities and threats in healthcare innovation.

Desired

• PhD in a relevant field

• Significant experience in technology entrepreneurship and leadership, ideally the candidate has developed their skills within a health-tech startup and been involved in the sale of the company.

• M.B.A. and or M.D.

• Self-starter - independent, yet a smart team player

• Business acumen- has a deep understanding of, and can advocate for, the highest standards of good business practice.

• Communication – ability to communicate ideas and data both verbally and in writing in an appropriate manner, with deference to cross-cultural communications.

• Interpersonal – ability to work effectively and get along with others with diverse backgrounds.

• Team building- ability to work collaboratively in a team and encourage teamwork.

Travel Requirements – 30%

What Takeda can offer you:

• Comprehensive Healthcare: Medical, Dental, and Vision

• Financial Planning & Stability: 401(k) with company match and Annual Retirement Contribution Plan

• Health & Wellness programs including onsite flu shots and health screenings

• Generous time off for vacation and the option to purchase additional vacation days

• Community Outreach Programs and company match of charitable contributions

• Family Planning Support

• Flexible Work Paths

• Tuition reimbursement

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.

In accordance with the CO Equal Pay Act, Colorado Applicants Are Not Permitted to Apply.

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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