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Job Description

About the role:

The Platform Assay Testing team plays an important role within the Cell Therapy organization at Takeda. Working within the Analytical Development team, and with our colleagues in Process Development, Automation and Digital Technologies, we execute in-process and drug product testing and data analysis to inform process design and optimization, and to support critical product characterization studies during development. As a Scientist in Platform Assay Testing, you'll play an important part in developing testing automation and leading related projects including the digitization of workflows. Additionally, as a Scientist in the team you will be responsible for cross-functional engagement including coordinating sample testing, leading scientific investigations, facilitating successful method technology transfers from adjacent Analytical Development teams, and supporting method optimization.

How you will contribute:

• Lead efforts to build/implement assay automation strategies and practices
• Oversee and participate in initiatives to streamline assay execution within the laboratory
• Understand project timelines and deliverables and plan/coordinate project work accordingly
• Help with logistics and coordination of sample testing
• Develop strategies to streamline/optimize data analysis workflows
• Be a project and team lead supporting testing and process initiatives
• Perform testing of samples per established test methods (immunophenotyping, cytotoxicity, cytokine release, and other cell-based assays)
• Develop and optimize methods to improve existing techniques and/or efficiencies
• Maintain accurate, complete, and timely data in laboratory notebooks/electronic notebooks
• Be a writer and reviewer for laboratory notebooks/electronic notebooks
• Develop resolutions to technical issues; support internal investigations
• Prepare study protocols, reports, and technology transfer documentation
• Help with general operation of the laboratory space

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, pharmacy, engineering or related pharmaceutical science and 8+ years relevant industry experience OR Master's degree in chemistry, biology, pharmacy, engineering or related pharmaceutical science; 6+ years relevant industry experience OR PhD in chemistry, biology, pharmacy, engineering or related pharmaceutical science; 1+ years relevant industry experience
• Hands-on experiences with BD instruments (FACSCanto II, FACSLyric) or other multi-color flow cytometry instruments
• Experience with several immune assays, such as ELISA or ELISpot
• Prior experience with adaptive immunity, T/NK cell biology is desirable
• Prior experience with cell therapy and/or an oncology related field

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.

Base Salary Range: $ 102,200 to $ 146,000. Employees may also be eligible for Short Term and Long-Term Incentive benefits. Employees are eligible to participate in Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 401(k), Charitable Contribution Match, Holidays, Personal Days & Vacation, Tuition Reimbursement Program and Paid Volunteer Time Off.

The final salary offered for this position may take into account a number of factors including, but not limited to, location, skills, education, and experience.

EEO Statement

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