Head of Gastrointestinal Drug Discovery

3 days ago


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

Takeda Director of IBD Research Job Description

Company Overview

Takeda is a global biopharmaceutical company driven by its mission to bring better health and a brighter future to people around the world. Our GI2 Drug Discovery Unit is committed to delivering transformative therapies for patients suffering from inflammatory diseases.

Job Summary

We are seeking an accomplished Director of IBD Research to lead our discovery teams and develop novel drug candidates for gastrointestinal inflammatory diseases. The ideal candidate will possess a strong track record in driving research from target identification through early clinical proof-of-concept.

Key Accountabilities
  • Drive internal and external partnered research initiatives to identify novel targets and opportunities.
  • Recruit, retain, and develop a high-performing inflammation research group.
  • Oversee the identification and evaluation of preclinical pipeline opportunities.
  • Collaborate with the business development team to explore external partnership opportunities.
Qualifications and Experience
  • PhD degree in Immunology or a closely related discipline with 10+ years' experience.
  • 6 years of industry experience preferred, with a minimum of 2 years in leadership roles.
  • Proven expertise in drug discovery and development for inflammatory diseases.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
Remuneration and Benefits

The estimated annual salary for this position is $220,000 - $280,000, commensurate with experience. Takeda also offers a range of benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

Location

This role will be based in Cambridge, MA, offering a dynamic work environment and opportunities for growth and professional development.



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