Senior Research Associate at Millennium Pharmaceuticals, Inc. in Boston, Massachusetts

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Are you looking for a patient-focused, innovation-driven company that will inspire you and empower you to shine? Join us as an Senior Research Associate in our Cambridge, MA office.

At Takeda, we are transforming the pharmaceutical industry through our R&D-driven market leadership and being a values-led company. To do this, we empower our people to realize their potential through life-changing work. Certified as a Global Top Employer, we offer stimulating careers, encourage innovation, and strive for excellence in everything we do. We foster an inclusive, collaborative workplace, in which our global teams are united by an unwavering commitment to deliver Better Health and a Brighter Future to people around the world.

Here, you will be a vital contributor to our inspiring, bold mission.

POSITION OBJECTIVES:

The Lead Discovery group within Global Biologics Research at Takeda Boston is seeking a Biochemist/Cell Biologist/Immunologist with extensive invitro/cell based assay development experience to progress small/large molecule programs into the clinic. The successful candidate will also independently design and implement experiments to address mechanisms-of-action of therapeutic molecules. The research scientist will also be responsible for participating on matrix project teams, interfacing very closely with members of the Global Biologics/ IO/Chemistry/GI/CNS/Rare Disease teams.  

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Provide broad assay development support for early stage drug discovery projects in the field of IO/GI/CNS/Rare Disease


• Responsible for executing high throughput screening of selected cell line panels for sensitivity to targeted drugs


• Collaborate with automation engineers to identify suitable approaches to utilize laboratory automation for the execution of variable cell based assays


• Design, execute and validate a variety of assays to understand mechanism of action of compounds and characterize different biologics


• Spends ~ 85% of time in laboratory to maintain and implement cell based assay platform and perform experimental assays.


• Interface with project teams to meet timelines for project progression


• Present research findings clearly and effectively at internal and external meetings


• Troubleshoot complex problems in creative and effective ways and actively participates in innovation and/or optimization of established processes to ensure delivery on project goals 

EDUCATION, BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS:

• BSc/MS in Biochemistry/Cell Biology/Immunology with 2-5 years of relevant experience, in early stage pharmaceutical drug discovery


• Team player able to liaise across multiple disciples including Automation, Cell Biology, Chemistry, Compound Management and Immunology


• Self-motivated, collaborative with excellent time management and organizational skills


• Skilled in analysis, interpretation, and presentation of results


• Experience with  mammalian cell culture with best practices in tissue culture is required


• Hands on experience with automated platforms


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, along with the ability to work in cross-functional project teams

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Manual dexterity required to operate office equipment (i.e., computers, phones, etc.).   


• Carrying, handling and reaching for objects up to 25 lbs.


• Working in a lab environment: standing, walking, bending, etc.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

• Willingness to travel to various meetings or client sites, including overnight trips.  Some international travel may be required.


• Requires approximately 0-5% travel

WHAT TAKEDA CAN OFFER YOU:

• 401(k) with company match and Annual Retirement Contribution Plan


• Tuition reimbursement Company match of charitable contributions


• Health & Wellness programs including onsite flu shots and health screenings


• Generous time off for vacation and the option to purchase additional vacation days


• Community Outreach Programs

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