Takeda
Research Scientific Associate Director, Clinical Imaging
Takeda, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298
Overview
Research Scientific Associate Director, Clinical Imaging – Cambridge, MA. Join Takeda as a member of the Clinical Imaging team, focused on imaging biomarkers and imaging endpoints in clinical trials. Base pay range : $153,600.00/yr - $241,340.00/yr By clicking the Apply button, you acknowledge that your employment application will be processed in line with Takeda’s Privacy Notice and Terms of Use. Job Description
This role works closely with Clinical Imaging therapeutic area imaging leads to provide a seamless interface between the Clinical Imaging team and Takeda program teams for clinical trials across therapeutic areas. The position requires leadership in imaging techniques to support business decisions and governance for imaging vendors and partnerships. Position Objectives
Provide technical and strategic advice to programs employing imaging biomarkers. Lead the implementation of imaging techniques to support Takeda’s portfolio decisions. Develop and implement governance and performance-based metrics for critical imaging vendor partners supporting clinical trial efforts. Contribute to building and maintaining a global external imaging network for Takeda. Serve as a point of contact to imaging CROs, academic imaging centers, and image archive & analysis vendors used by Clinical Imaging in support of clinical study work. Position Accountabilities
Subject matter expert in imaging modalities (PET, MRI, CT, etc.) who understands the complexities of implementing imaging biomarker endpoints into clinical trials; communicate progress of imaging biomarker studies to project teams; collaborate with Clinical Imaging leads on execution of imaging biomarker studies and endpoints. Represent Imaging on cross-functional Study Execution Teams (SETs), Vendor study teams, and Clinical Sub-Teams (CSTs) to support imaging strategies and implementation plans. Collaborate with Clinical Operations to implement imaging-specific components of research protocols, including document preparation, review, and approval. With Takeda Procurement, Legal and Clinical Operations, manage governance documents (e.g., CDAs, consultancy agreements with imaging KOLs, MSAs for imaging CROs and vendors) to ensure timely services for trials. Provide high-level cost estimates for imaging-related trial execution to Imaging leads and Takeda Clinical teams. Assist Procurement with technically accurate descriptions of requested clinical imaging services and timelines in RFPs and SOWs for imaging CROs; review submitted budgets as needed. Ensure proper implementation of imaging in trials through input into study imaging documents and oversight of imaging conduct and deliverables. Enable conduct of imaging clinical studies across platforms and geographies. Maintain a scientific profile in the broader community through conferences, consortia, and disclosures. Education, Behavioral Competencies and Skills
PhD in a scientific discipline with 6+ years of experience, or MS with 12+ years, or BS with 14+ years. Formal training as Image Technologist or related field preferred. Experience in drug development and/or design and implementation of imaging in clinical trials. Ability to apply innovative imaging technologies in a pragmatic, fit-for-purpose manner. Excellent project management and organizational skills. Agility to respond quickly to changing situations. Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills, with ability to work with diverse backgrounds. This position is currently classified as “hybrid” in accordance with Takeda’s Hybrid and Remote Work policy. EEO Statement
Takeda is committed to creating a diverse workforce and providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or other protected characteristics, in accordance with applicable laws. Locations
Boston, MA Worker Type
Employee Worker Sub-Type
Regular Time Type
Full time Job Exempt
Yes
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Research Scientific Associate Director, Clinical Imaging – Cambridge, MA. Join Takeda as a member of the Clinical Imaging team, focused on imaging biomarkers and imaging endpoints in clinical trials. Base pay range : $153,600.00/yr - $241,340.00/yr By clicking the Apply button, you acknowledge that your employment application will be processed in line with Takeda’s Privacy Notice and Terms of Use. Job Description
This role works closely with Clinical Imaging therapeutic area imaging leads to provide a seamless interface between the Clinical Imaging team and Takeda program teams for clinical trials across therapeutic areas. The position requires leadership in imaging techniques to support business decisions and governance for imaging vendors and partnerships. Position Objectives
Provide technical and strategic advice to programs employing imaging biomarkers. Lead the implementation of imaging techniques to support Takeda’s portfolio decisions. Develop and implement governance and performance-based metrics for critical imaging vendor partners supporting clinical trial efforts. Contribute to building and maintaining a global external imaging network for Takeda. Serve as a point of contact to imaging CROs, academic imaging centers, and image archive & analysis vendors used by Clinical Imaging in support of clinical study work. Position Accountabilities
Subject matter expert in imaging modalities (PET, MRI, CT, etc.) who understands the complexities of implementing imaging biomarker endpoints into clinical trials; communicate progress of imaging biomarker studies to project teams; collaborate with Clinical Imaging leads on execution of imaging biomarker studies and endpoints. Represent Imaging on cross-functional Study Execution Teams (SETs), Vendor study teams, and Clinical Sub-Teams (CSTs) to support imaging strategies and implementation plans. Collaborate with Clinical Operations to implement imaging-specific components of research protocols, including document preparation, review, and approval. With Takeda Procurement, Legal and Clinical Operations, manage governance documents (e.g., CDAs, consultancy agreements with imaging KOLs, MSAs for imaging CROs and vendors) to ensure timely services for trials. Provide high-level cost estimates for imaging-related trial execution to Imaging leads and Takeda Clinical teams. Assist Procurement with technically accurate descriptions of requested clinical imaging services and timelines in RFPs and SOWs for imaging CROs; review submitted budgets as needed. Ensure proper implementation of imaging in trials through input into study imaging documents and oversight of imaging conduct and deliverables. Enable conduct of imaging clinical studies across platforms and geographies. Maintain a scientific profile in the broader community through conferences, consortia, and disclosures. Education, Behavioral Competencies and Skills
PhD in a scientific discipline with 6+ years of experience, or MS with 12+ years, or BS with 14+ years. Formal training as Image Technologist or related field preferred. Experience in drug development and/or design and implementation of imaging in clinical trials. Ability to apply innovative imaging technologies in a pragmatic, fit-for-purpose manner. Excellent project management and organizational skills. Agility to respond quickly to changing situations. Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills, with ability to work with diverse backgrounds. This position is currently classified as “hybrid” in accordance with Takeda’s Hybrid and Remote Work policy. EEO Statement
Takeda is committed to creating a diverse workforce and providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or other protected characteristics, in accordance with applicable laws. Locations
Boston, MA Worker Type
Employee Worker Sub-Type
Regular Time Type
Full time Job Exempt
Yes
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