Senior Director, Global Medicinal Chemistry (shonan, Japan)
Takeda UK
Fujisawa, Japan
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Medicinal chemistry leadership
Drug discovery initiatives
Oversee external programs at cros
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Takeda UK is seeking a Senior Director of Global Medicinal Chemistry to lead strategic oversight and innovation in drug discovery efforts from their Fujisawa, Japan location. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in medicinal chemistry and a proven track record in managing successful drug development programs, particularly in large pharmaceutical settings.
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Job Summary
Provide strategic guidance and oversight to our medicinal chemistry efforts, instrumental in driving drug discovery initiatives forward.
Oversee the design, execution, and management of medicinal chemistry projects conducted exclusively at CROs, ensuring timely progress and high-quality outcomes.
Work closely with cross-functional teams to advance drug candidates from discovery through development and drive innovation through new technologies.
Matching Summary
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Takeda UK is seeking a Senior Director of Global Medicinal Chemistry to lead strategic oversight and innovation in drug discovery efforts from their Fujisawa, Japan location. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in medicinal chemistry and a proven track record in managing successful drug development programs, particularly in large pharmaceutical settings.
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Skills & Requirements
Must-have
medicinal chemistry leadership
drug discovery initiatives
oversee external programs at CROs
advance drug candidates
integrate new technologies
Nice-to-have
fostering collaborative and innovative work
established network within scientific community
advancement of scientific and commercial endeavors
Key Requirements
PhD degree in Chemistry, Medicinal Chemistry or related discipline
15+ years experience in small molecule projects
Proven track record of leading successful drug discovery programs
Experience in a leadership role within large pharma