Research Scientist, Biochemical Lead Profiling

Takeda

Cambridge, MA, US
Base: $111,800.00 - $175,670.00; bonus/equity: eli...
High throughput automated assays
Fully automated robotic platforms
Pre-clinical pharmacology studies
Takeda’s Lead Profiling team is building a new team of experienced, innovative, and collaborative researchers to design and run high throughput automated assays on state-of-the-art robotic platforms to drive an industry-leading portfolio of drugs for various therapeutic areas with high unmet medical needs

Job Summary

  • Takeda’s Lead Profiling team is building a new team of experienced, innovative, and collaborative researchers to design and run high throughput automated assays on state-of-the-art robotic platforms to drive an industry-leading portfolio of drugs for various therapeutic areas with high unmet medical needs.
  • The position involves leading high throughput, fully automated pharmacology studies to enable advancement of drug candidates into early clinical trials and collaborating cross-functionally with Automation Engineers, Scientists, and Data Science teams to support data-driven decision-making.
  • U.S. based employees may be eligible for a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision insurance, 401(k) plan with company match, disability coverage, tuition reimbursement, paid volunteer time off, sick time, and paid vacation.

Matching Summary

Takeda’s Lead Profiling team is building a new team of experienced, innovative, and collaborative researchers to design and run high throughput automated assays on state-of-the-art robotic platforms to drive an industry-leading portfolio of drugs for various therapeutic areas with high unmet medical needs.

Salary

Base: $111,800.00 - $175,670.00; Bonus/Equity: Eligible for short-term and/or long-term incentives; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision insurance, 401(k) with match, disability coverage, tuition reimbursement, paid time off

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • high throughput automated assays
  • fully automated robotic platforms
  • pre-clinical pharmacology studies
  • biochemical 384 and 1536-well plate assays
  • data analysis and QC systems
  • collaboration with cross-functional teams

Nice-to-have

  • lead identification and optimization workflows
  • automation and assay miniaturization expertise
  • excellent communication and multitasking skills

Key Requirements

  • PhD in Biochemistry or related field or MS with 6+ years experience or BS with 8+ years experience
  • experience with integrated automation platforms
  • experience with high throughput data analysis and LIMS
  • proven expertise in biochemical assay development
  • ability to work independently and collaboratively

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