Research Scientist II

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Research Specialist II to provide process support to the Fractionation manufacturing groups at Takeda Pharmaceutical. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for solving technical issues within the Social Circle fractionation manufacturing facility.

Key Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues to support ramp-up and steady-state operations of pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities.
• Evaluate and prepare product impact assessments for process exceptions.
• Conduct smaller yield and cycle time improvement projects, making suggestions based on recent technical knowledge.
• Work with Manufacturing to promote important metrics such as yields and capacity.
• Track and trend yields, reporting on key metrics.
• Implement experiments in the Manufacturing Sciences lab.
• Lead teams to resolve complex problems.
• Develop process validation protocols and final reports, coordinating and supporting training and execution of validation activities.
• Promote the use of DMAIC tools in projects.
• Analyze scientific and statistical data to draw appropriate conclusions.
• Support information sharing and learning between team members.
• Provide technical support for equipment in manufacturing, growing into a Subject Matter Expert (SME) role.

Requirements

• Requires a bachelor's degree in a science or other related technical field, with 2+ years of related experience.
• Experience working in an FDA-regulated manufacturing environment is desired.
• Practical and theoretical knowledge of the purification of plasma proteins and biochemistry.
• Experience with basic scientific principles in several scientific disciplines.
• Experience solving routine technical problems.
• Ability to discuss technical and project management issues, both verbally and in written form.
• Effective communication with teams and management, with a focus on detail-oriented engineering and project skills.
• Proficiency in using Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, with experience in Minitab or other statistical software preferred.
• Ability to lead small teams and work collaboratively.
• Individual with minimal guidance required.
• Training in concepts of Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma quality techniques is preferred.

Important Considerations

As a Takeda employee, you will be working in a fast-paced environment with strict rules to ensure product quality. You may be required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) and other clean room garments daily, and work in a cold, wet environment.

• May wear PPE and other clean room garments daily.
• Need to remove all make-up, jewelry, contact lenses, nail polish, and artificial fingernails while in the manufacturing environment.
• Work multiple shifts, including weekends, or be asked to work supplemental hours, as necessary.
• Work around chemicals such as alcohol, acids, buffers, and Celite that may require respiratory protection.

About Takeda

Takeda is a patient-focused company that inspires and empowers employees to grow through life-changing work. We are certified as a Global Top Employer and offer stimulating careers, encourage innovation, and strive for excellence in everything we do.

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.

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Takeda Compensation and Benefits Summary

We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. We are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices.

For Location:

USA - GA - Social Circle - Hwy 278

U.S. Base Salary Range:

$67, $106,700.00

The estimated salary range reflects an anticipated range for this position. The actual base salary offered may depend on a variety of factors, including the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. The actual base salary offered will be in accordance with state or local minimum wage requirements for the job location.

U.S. based employees may be eligible for short-term and/or long-term incentives. U.S. based employees may be eligible to participate in 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. U.S. based employees are also eligible to receive, per calendar year, up to 80 hours of sick time, and new hires are eligible to accrue up to 120 hours of paid vacation.

EEO Statement

Takeda is proud in its commitment to creating a diverse workforce and providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment 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, status as a Vietnam era veteran, special disabled veteran, or other protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws, and any other characteristic protected by law.

LocationsUSA - GA - Social Circle - Hwy 278Worker TypeEmployeeWorker Sub-TypeRegularTime TypeFull time

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