Associate Director, Analytical Cell Line Engineering & Bioassay Development

Takeda

Lexington, MA, US
Base: $154,400.00 - $242,550.00; bonus/equity: sho...
Stable mammalian cell line engineering
Vector design and transfection
Cell-based potency assay development
This role establishes and leads the Analytical Cell Line Engineering function with direct people leadership responsibility across the biologics portfolio

Job Summary

  • This role establishes and leads the Analytical Cell Line Engineering function with direct people leadership responsibility across the biologics portfolio.
  • The successful candidate will define technical strategies for vector design, clone selection, and lifecycle management of analytical cell banks.
  • U.S. based employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package including medical insurance, 401(k) match, and up to 120 hours of paid vacation.

Matching Summary

This role establishes and leads the Analytical Cell Line Engineering function with direct people leadership responsibility across the biologics portfolio.

Salary

Base: $154,400.00 - $242,550.00; Bonus/Equity: Short-term and/or long-term incentives available; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, tuition reimbursement

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Stable mammalian cell line engineering
  • Vector design and transfection
  • Cell-based potency assay development
  • Flow cytometry-based analysis
  • GxP compliance and data integrity

Nice-to-have

  • Cross-functional stakeholder influence
  • Team mentorship and development
  • Regulatory submission support experience
  • Continuous improvement in workflows

Key Requirements

  • Ph.D. in relevant life sciences discipline
  • 8+ years industry experience in cell line engineering
  • Proven leadership managing scientific teams
  • Expertise in stable integration and genomic characterization

Work Rights

Not specified

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