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Job Description

Are you looking for a patient-focused, innovation-driven company that will inspire you and empower you to shine? Join us as a Director Process & Capabilities Lead – ADME Automation and Digital Research in our Cambridge 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 Overview

Takeda is transforming the future of drug discovery. We are seeking a visionary and results-driven leader to serve as Process & Capabilities Lead – ADME Automation and Digital Research. This role is a critical component of our Digital Research Transformation program and is responsible for redefining, automating, and digitalizing discovery workflows in ADME. The successful candidate will harness innovation and utilize their experience and expertise to reimagine workflows, integrate automation and AI/ML solutions, and embed best practices across our ADME platform.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Transformation Leadership: Spearhead the end-to-end redesign of discovery processes to include automated ADME testing and AI-enabled prediction of endpoints. Drive process modernization initiatives that encompass the integration of automation, high-throughput screening techniques, advanced predictive models, and machine learning-based analysis. Collaboration & Cross-Functional Partnership: Partner closely with scientific and computational teams, IT, Digital, external partners, and Automation experts to ensure seamless execution and integration of new technologies and processes. Act as the trusted change leader and primary point of contact for lab teams, fostering a culture aimed at innovation and continuous improvement in ADME settings. Operational Excellence & Execution: Redesign end-to-end ADME discovery workflows, focusing on automation and AI-enablement opportunities. Develop, implement, and track robust KPIs related to workflow efficiency, data accessibility, process cycle improvements, and user adoption. Innovation & Capability Building: Collaborate with both experimental and platform teams to ensure integrated, scalable solutions that advance digital capability across the ADME discovery spectrum. Advocate for digital best practices and operational excellence across the organization in alignment with Takeda’s transformation agenda. Help build Takeda’s expertise in next generation techniques including AI / ML model development and deployment, miniaturized high-throughput ADME screens, and real-time PK simulation.

Required Qualifications

Minimum 10 years’ experience in the pharmaceutical drug discovery process, with a focus on ADME studies. Proven leadership and experience in scientific workflow design and process optimization, particularly within automation, digital integration, and AI/ML solution implementation in ADME environments. Track record in driving large-scale transformations and visionary changes. Comprehensive understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities in ADME studies and prediction of endpoints, bolstered by strong change management and scientific communication acumen. Demonstrated success in leading cross-functional teams, including science, digital, IT, and operational stakeholders in a fast-paced, innovative environment. Advanced proficiency with lab digital tools (e.g., ELNs, LIMS) and data systems, alongside a robust grasp of automation and computational prediction trends in pharmacokinetics. Excellent problem-solving, critical thinking, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills. Advanced degree (Ph.D. or equivalent) in Pharmacology, Drug Discovery, or a related discipline is preferred.

Why Takeda?

Role

At Takeda, you will lead a transformative initiative that redefines how we discover and develop next-generation medicines. This role offers the opportunity to:

Influence and shape groundbreaking digital research strategies. Drive innovation in scientifically and operationally complex environments. Collaborate with diverse experts and thought leaders at the forefront of medical research

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

This position is currently classified as “hybrid” in accordance with Takeda’s Hybrid and Remote Work policy.

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:

Boston, MA

U.S. Base Salary Range

$174,500.00 - $274,230.00

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-termincentives. 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.

Locations Boston, MA

Worker Type Employee

Worker Sub-Type Regular

Time Type Full time

Job Exempt

Yes

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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