Senior Scientist, Process Analytics Expert

4 days ago


MA United States Takeda Pharmaceutical Full time
About the Role:

Takeda Pharmaceutical is seeking a highly skilled Senior Scientist, Process Analytics to join our team. As a key member of our Process Analytics Group, you will play a critical role in supporting process chemistry and engineering through expertise in off-line analytical method development.

Your primary responsibilities will include:

  • Developing and implementing off-line analytical methods to support process chemistry and engineering
  • Collaborating with cross-functional teams to design and execute experiments for route scouting, process optimization, scale-up, and technology transfer activities
  • Providing analytical support and expertise to troubleshoot process-related issues and implement corrective actions
  • Developing and implementing IPC methods for non-GMP/GMP steps and research development routes
  • Supporting the development of Process Analytical Technology (PAT) methods, including HPLC calibration of methods
  • Collaborating with the innovation and technology team to develop new analytical methods and techniques
  • Generating technical reports and presentations to communicate findings to internal stakeholders
  • Staying up-to-date on emerging trends and advancements in analytical chemistry and process optimization methodologies

We are looking for a highly motivated and experienced Senior Scientist, Process Analytics with a strong background in analytical chemistry or organic chemistry, and reaction kinetics. You will have a proven track record of working collaboratively with cross-functional teams to ensure the successful development of synthetic drug substance processes.

Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, pharmacy, or related pharmaceutical science and 11+ years relevant industry experience
  • Master's degree in chemistry, biology, pharmacy, engineering, or related pharmaceutical science; 9+ years relevant industry experience
  • PhD in chemistry, biology, pharmacy, engineering, or related pharmaceutical science; 3+ years relevant industry experience
  • Extensive experience in CMC pharmaceutical development for active pharmaceutical ingredients
  • Previous experience with the use of contract facilities desired
  • Experience in working in a multi-disciplinary team environment
  • Strong background in analytical chemistry or organic chemistry, and reaction kinetics
  • Problem-Solving Skills - Able to troubleshoot critical issues or problems and determine causes and workable solutions
  • Teamwork - Ability to work well on global cross-functional teams; Proven ability to foster a highly efficient team environment
  • Communication Skills - Ability to expresses oneself clearly and concisely within team; documents issues and/or concerns concisely and comprehensively; adjusts communication style appropriate for the audience; timely and effectively communicates with senior management and direct reports; technical writing skills to support authorship of internal/external and approve internal technical documents
  • Organization - Exercises suitable time management and prioritization skills to balance several project and departmental objectives
  • Knowledge Sharing - ability to capture knowledge within the organization; improve solutions, processes, and deliverables through use of information; improve information capital by contributing experience, theories, deliverables, and models for others to use
  • Resource Management - Project management skills and familiarity with financial aspects related to projects including ability to anticipate and manage internal and external resource needs (people, information, technologies, time, and capital)
  • External Involvement - Involved in professional community evidenced by presentation of scientific posters or lectures at professional conferences or events. Communicate or applies industry trends. Advise team members or directly works with external vendors for projects
  • Leadership Skills: Demonstrated ability to manage the organization; Ability to use appropriate management strategies to provide direction for team members' work and support individual development
  • Advanced proficiency with typical analytical tools (e.g., NMR, UV, IR, HPLC, Capillary HPLC, GC, Metal Analysis, Mass Spec, DSC, TGA, XRPD, DVS, Raman, etc.)
  • Experience in organic chemistry or related fields a plus
  • Experience with data platforms
  • May require 5-10% travel
About Takeda Pharmaceutical:

Takeda Pharmaceutical is a patient-focused company that is transforming patient care through the development of novel specialty pharmaceuticals and best in class patient support programs. We are a global top employer and offer stimulating careers, encourage innovation, and strive for excellence in everything we do.

We foster an inclusive, collaborative workplace, in which our teams are united by an unwavering commitment to deliver Better Health and a Brighter Future to people around the world.

At Takeda Pharmaceutical, we are committed to equitable pay for all employees and strive to be more transparent with our pay practices.

We offer a competitive salary range, short-term and 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, among others.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from diverse candidates.


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