Research Director

2 weeks ago


Étreux, Hauts-de-France, United States Takeda Pharmaceutical Full time

Takeda Pharmaceutical is a patient-focused company that inspires and empowers individuals to grow through life-changing work. We foster an inclusive, collaborative workplace where our teams are united by an unwavering commitment to deliver Better Health and a Brighter Future to people around the world.

We are seeking a highly skilled Research Director - Biologics Innovation to join our team in Boston, MA. This role will be responsible for leading biologics programs from discovery to IND, integrating early research, progression through candidate nomination and selection. As a key member of our Biotherapeutic Engineering Team, you will report to the Senior Director and work with the Global Biologics organization as a leader who has accountability for the performance and results of a significant research function or activity that incorporates in vitro based discovery platforms yeast and phage.

The ideal candidate will possess in-depth knowledge of antibody-based discovery, optimization/engineering using in vitro based discovery methods such as yeast, phage, or mammalian display. Experience in mining and triaging of antibody repertoires, providing thoughtful guidance on strategies towards candidate profiles for differing target types, and incorporating NGS and Sanger based sequence analysis for both repertoires and clonal populations is essential. Additionally, the candidate should be able to drive efficient paths for workflow progression, drive research strategy within the sub-team, and foster innovation.

In this role, you will contribute significantly to deepening the expertise through external network development, evaluating new opportunities in partnership with business development. You will also lead small teams of highly qualified and skilled scientists in their mission to generate therapeutic biologics, develop the next generation of organizational and project leaders, and inspire and grow team members while serving as a role model and mentor.

The salary for this position is estimated to be between $169,200.00 and $250,000.00 per year, depending on qualifications, experience, and location. U.S.-based employees may be eligible for short-term and/or long-term incentives, medical, dental, vision insurance, a 401(k) plan and company match, short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, a tuition reimbursement program, paid volunteer time off, company holidays, and well-being benefits.

Takeda is proud of its commitment 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 or characteristics, marital status, or other protected veteran status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.



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