Senior Scientist, High-throughput Mass Spectrometry (automation)

Takeda

Boston, MA, USA
Base: $137,000.00 - $215,270.00; bonus/equity: sho...
High-throughput mass spectrometry expertise
Automated robotic platform operation
Assay miniaturization to 384/1536-well formats
The Senior Scientist will drive the design and execution of robust bioanalytical assays on fully automated, integrated platforms to support Takeda's Lab of the Future initiative

Job Summary

  • The Senior Scientist will drive the design and execution of robust bioanalytical assays on fully automated, integrated platforms to support Takeda's Lab of the Future initiative.
  • This role requires deep hands-on expertise in high-throughput MS technologies such as Acoustic MS, RapidFire MS, and MALDI-MS to enable rapid iterative optimization.
  • Candidates must possess a Ph.D. with at least 2 years of industry experience or equivalent combinations of education and experience in pharmaceutical R&D.

Matching Summary

The Senior Scientist will drive the design and execution of robust bioanalytical assays on fully automated, integrated platforms to support Takeda's Lab of the Future initiative.

Salary

Base: $137,000.00 - $215,270.00; Bonus/Equity: Short-term and/or long-term incentives eligible; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, up to 120 hours vacation

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • High-throughput mass spectrometry expertise
  • Automated robotic platform operation
  • Assay miniaturization to 384/1536-well formats
  • Statistical analysis of assay performance metrics
  • DMTA cycle execution experience

Nice-to-have

  • Python or R scripting proficiency
  • Cross-functional collaboration skills
  • Data governance and AI-readiness knowledge
  • Mentoring junior scientific staff

Key Requirements

  • Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry or related field with 2+ years experience
  • Proven track record in high-throughput MS assay development
  • Experience with liquid handling robots like Echo or Hamilton
  • Familiarity with LIMS/ELN systems and data pipelines

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