Scientific Director, Global DMPK&M

Company: Takeda
Location: Boston
Posted on: November 4, 2024

Job Description:

By clicking the "Apply" button, I understand that my employment application process with Takeda will commence and that the information I provide in my application will be processed in line with Takeda's and . I further attest that all information I submit in my employment application is true to the best of my knowledge.Job DescriptionAbout 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 three therapeutic areas and other targeted investments, we push the boundaries of what is possible in order to bring life-changing therapies to patients worldwide.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.Are you looking for a patient-focused, innovation-driven company that will inspire you and empower you to shine? Join us as a Scientific Director, Global DMPK&M in our Cambridge, MA location.Objective / Purpose:

• The Global Drug Metabolism, Pharmacokinetics and Modeling (DMPK&M) department at Takeda is seeking a strong scientific and strategic leader to drive projects as a DMPK project representatives supporting delivery of Takeda's research and development pipeline across GI, Neuroscience, and Oncology.
• The candidate is expected to have experience in the application of drug metabolism, pharmacokinetics, and PK/PD in the pharmaceutical or biotech industry from early discovery to development. This will include knowledge and experience of DMPK requirements for diverse modalities (e.g., small molecules, biotherapeutics) and potentially novel therapeutics (oligos, cell therapy).Accountabilities:
  • Has strategic and tactical responsibility for driving DMPK&M strategies on project teams.
  • Will function as project team representative as well as provide oversight to key project team contributors.
  • Acts as an advisor for nonclinical information on research or GPT project teams.
  • Proposes and implements strategies for compound development, finds and uses key opinion leaders, clinical investigators, and SAB members to further development goals; makes "outward facing" scientific contributions.
  • Plans and executes specialized studies at selected CROs as needed to explain data from nonclinical studies.
  • Is accountable for oversight of timely preparation and quality of Preclinical DMPK sections of regulatory documents (IND, NDA, briefing books, Investigator Brochures, etc.) and reviewing these documents generated from your direct reports.
  • May be a point of contact for government regulatory agencies for their function.
  • Exhibits the highest standard of scientific integrity and functions as a role model for peers/subordinates to always make ethical decisions.
  • Recognized internally and externally as a scientific leader and expert.Leadership:
    • Achieves success for Takeda by collaboratively working with partners across the organization.
    • Ability to work across functions, regions and cultures.
    • Excellent communicator, can persuasively convey both ideas and data, verbally and in writing.
    • Proven skills as an effective team player who can engender credibility and confidence
    • Embraces and demonstrates a diversity and inclusion mindset and role models these behaviors for the organization.
    • Invests time in helping others to enhance their skills and perform at a higher level.Education & Competencies
      • PhD degree in a scientific discipline with 10+ years experience , or MS with 16+ years experience, or BS with 18+ years experience
      • Outstanding expertise and depth of knowledge within a scientific area; well-developed knowledge of other scientific areas.
      • Keeps up with the up-to-date scientific advancement (e.g. competitive landscape, new technology, new research portfolio, and new partnership).This position is currently classified as "hybrid" by Takeda's Hybrid and Remote Work policyTakeda Compensation and Benefits SummaryWe 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:Boston, MAU.S. Base Salary Range:169,400.00 - 266,200.00The 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 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, MAWorker TypeEmployeeWorker Sub-TypeRegularTime TypeFull timeJob ExemptYes
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