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Takeda Pharmaceutical

Research Senior Associate, Inflammation (GI2) Drug Discovery

Takeda Pharmaceutical, Boston, Massachusetts, United States, 02203


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Job DescriptionAt 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 three therapeutic areas and other targeted investments, we push the boundaries of what is possible to bring life-changing therapies to patients worldwide.About the Role:The Gastrointestinal and Inflammation (GI2) Drug Discovery Unit at Takeda is building a new team of experienced, innovative, and collaborative researchers to deliver an industry-leading portfolio of drugs for various gastrointestinal, autoimmune, and inflammatory diseases with high unmet medical needs. We seek a skilled Research Senior Associate to join our biology and cross-functional discovery teams and create novel drug candidates.Apply scientific and technical expertise in immunology and/or cell biology to drive drug discovery programs within our team, in matrixed collaboration with other Takeda scientists, and external partners.Drive an inclusive, open, and effective culture in a fast growing drug discovery group.Accountabilities:Independently conducts complex experiments within a project scope, exercising judgement to evaluate a variety of technical factors, and obtain optimum solutionsIndependently provides work group with technical guidance and problem resolution related to assay developmentUtilizes assigned literature to increase knowledge base and implement improvementsOrganize time and plan specifics of project related work with oversight from manager or project representativePrepares and presents technical information at department meetingsTroubleshoots non-routine methods, instrumentation, or software issues and recommends systems, processes, or changes within project scope to meet objectives.Education & Competencies (Technical and Behavioral):MS in a scientific discipline with 1+ years experience, or BS with 3+ years experienceExpertise in at least one of the following assay methods: ELISA, MSD/Luminex, Western blot, qPCR, flow cytometry, ChIPExperience with cell culture, including isolation, culture, and analysis of primary immune cell subsetsDirect experience with the principles, models, and pathways of autoimmunity, inflammation, and/or fibrosisExperience developing and/or evaluating small molecule, biologic and/or nucleic acid therapeuticsDemonstrates strong organizational and project management skills and effective written and verbal communication skills.This position is currently classified as onsite in Cambridge, MA.

Takeda Compensation and Benefits Summary

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For Location:Boston, MAU.S. Base Salary Range:$84,000.00 - $132,000.00The estimated salary range reflects

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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

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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

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120 hours of paid vacation.

EEO StatementTakeda 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.

LocationsBoston, MA

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