Takeda
Overview
This range is provided by Takeda. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range
$153,600.00/yr - $241,340.00/yr Job Description
OBJECTIVES/PURPOSE: Are you ready to lead innovation at the cutting edge of cancer research? As the Tumor Biology Lab Head in Takeda’s Oncology Drug Discovery Unit (ODDU), you’ll helm a dynamic team of lab scientists, pioneering the adoption of state-of-the-art molecular and cellular biology technologies. In this pivotal role, you’ll provide scientific and strategic leadership, igniting breakthrough tumor biology projects that unravel tumor-intrinsic mechanisms and their impact on the tumor microenvironment, leveraging advanced automation, digitalization, and AI/ML-driven workflows to accelerate scientific discovery. You’ll nurture a collaborative, inclusive culture that drives the success of both the ODDU and the global Takeda research community. Join us and redefine what’s possible in cancer research!
Design and implement automated, digitally enabled experimental workflows using robotics and integrated analysis platforms. Ensure rigorous experimental design and data integrity to drive high-quality, reproducible results for drug discovery. Collaborate across lab heads, ODDU leaders, and cross-functional partners to amplify lab impact. Accelerate transformative drug discovery to deliver life-changing therapies to patients with urgency and excellence. Serve as senior scientific advisor and project lead, providing technical guidance to teams and stakeholders. Represent Takeda and ODDU at scientific meetings, business development, and candidate evaluations. Maintain robust documentation (e.g., Electronic Lab Notebooks) and support regulatory submissions. Mentor and develop scientific talent, fostering innovation, digital fluency, and excellence. Champion Takeda’s values, leadership principles, and commitment to DEI. Education, Behavioral Competencies and Skills
PhD (6+ years), MS (12+ years), or BS (14+ years) in a scientific discipline. Deep expertise in tumor biology and the tumor microenvironment. Experience implementing and optimizing digitally enabled and automated laboratory workflows (including robotics, high-throughput screening, digital data capture, and integrated analysis). Proven ability to drive innovative research strategies and deliver results in drug discovery. Leadership in mentoring talent, establishing best practices, and ensuring experimental rigor. Effective collaboration with cross-functional partners to maximize portfolio impact. Strong communicator with robust scientific and regulatory documentation skills. Experience working in global teams and diverse, collaborative environments. Agile, curious, and open-minded; embraces digital transformation and high engagement. Embodies Takeda’s values, leadership principles, DEI commitment, and an enterprise mindset. 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. Location: Boston, MA U.S. Base Salary Range: $153,600.00 - $241,340.00 The actual base salary offered will depend on factors including qualifications, years of relevant experience, skills, education, certifications or licenses, and location. The actual base salary 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-term incentives, health benefits, retirement plans, and other standard offerings. EEO Statement
Takeda is committed 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. Locations
Boston, MA Worker Type
Employee Worker Sub-Type
Regular Time Type
Full time Job Exempt
Yes Note: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment.
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This range is provided by Takeda. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range
$153,600.00/yr - $241,340.00/yr Job Description
OBJECTIVES/PURPOSE: Are you ready to lead innovation at the cutting edge of cancer research? As the Tumor Biology Lab Head in Takeda’s Oncology Drug Discovery Unit (ODDU), you’ll helm a dynamic team of lab scientists, pioneering the adoption of state-of-the-art molecular and cellular biology technologies. In this pivotal role, you’ll provide scientific and strategic leadership, igniting breakthrough tumor biology projects that unravel tumor-intrinsic mechanisms and their impact on the tumor microenvironment, leveraging advanced automation, digitalization, and AI/ML-driven workflows to accelerate scientific discovery. You’ll nurture a collaborative, inclusive culture that drives the success of both the ODDU and the global Takeda research community. Join us and redefine what’s possible in cancer research!
Design and implement automated, digitally enabled experimental workflows using robotics and integrated analysis platforms. Ensure rigorous experimental design and data integrity to drive high-quality, reproducible results for drug discovery. Collaborate across lab heads, ODDU leaders, and cross-functional partners to amplify lab impact. Accelerate transformative drug discovery to deliver life-changing therapies to patients with urgency and excellence. Serve as senior scientific advisor and project lead, providing technical guidance to teams and stakeholders. Represent Takeda and ODDU at scientific meetings, business development, and candidate evaluations. Maintain robust documentation (e.g., Electronic Lab Notebooks) and support regulatory submissions. Mentor and develop scientific talent, fostering innovation, digital fluency, and excellence. Champion Takeda’s values, leadership principles, and commitment to DEI. Education, Behavioral Competencies and Skills
PhD (6+ years), MS (12+ years), or BS (14+ years) in a scientific discipline. Deep expertise in tumor biology and the tumor microenvironment. Experience implementing and optimizing digitally enabled and automated laboratory workflows (including robotics, high-throughput screening, digital data capture, and integrated analysis). Proven ability to drive innovative research strategies and deliver results in drug discovery. Leadership in mentoring talent, establishing best practices, and ensuring experimental rigor. Effective collaboration with cross-functional partners to maximize portfolio impact. Strong communicator with robust scientific and regulatory documentation skills. Experience working in global teams and diverse, collaborative environments. Agile, curious, and open-minded; embraces digital transformation and high engagement. Embodies Takeda’s values, leadership principles, DEI commitment, and an enterprise mindset. 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. Location: Boston, MA U.S. Base Salary Range: $153,600.00 - $241,340.00 The actual base salary offered will depend on factors including qualifications, years of relevant experience, skills, education, certifications or licenses, and location. The actual base salary 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-term incentives, health benefits, retirement plans, and other standard offerings. EEO Statement
Takeda is committed 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. Locations
Boston, MA Worker Type
Employee Worker Sub-Type
Regular Time Type
Full time Job Exempt
Yes Note: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment.
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