Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Takeda
Job overview
The Senior Associate Scientist at Takeda provides analytical support for upstream and downstream commercial manufacturing labs, contributing to quality product delivery.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves designing and completing analytical assays, testing process samples using various techniques, maintaining lab notebooks, reporting data, writing reports, troubleshooting issues, and collaborating with inter-site teams.
Compensation and benefits
The salary range is $70,000 to $110,000 with eligibility for bonuses, medical, dental, vision insurance, 401(k) with company match, disability coverage, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid volunteer time, holidays, sick time, and paid vacation.
Experience and skills
Candidates need a BS in Biochemistry, Biotechnology or related field with 3 years experience or an MS with 2 years, hands-on experience with protein/antibody analytical techniques, knowledge of cGMP, and skills in HPLC/UPLC, ELISA, PCR, enzyme activity assays, CE-SDS, and iCIEF.
Career development
Takeda offers growth through innovative work, a collaborative environment, and a commitment to employee development and inclusion.
Work environment and culture
Takeda fosters an inclusive, collaborative culture focused on innovation, excellence, and patient-centered values in a controlled manufacturing environment with safety protocols.
Company information
Takeda is a global pharmaceutical company focused on specialty pharmaceuticals and patient support, recognized as a Global Top Employer, committed to diversity and innovation.
Team overview
The candidate will join the manufacturing support laboratory group reporting to the Associate Director of Analytical Manufacturing Sciences, collaborating with inter-site teams.
Job location and travel
The position is located in Lexington, Massachusetts, USA, with potential domestic and international travel and shift work including weekends.
Application process
Applicants must apply online, agreeing to Takeda's privacy and terms, providing truthful information as part of the employment process.
Unique job features
The job requires working in controlled environments with special gowning and protective clothing, handling chemicals, and adhering to strict quality and safety standards.
Company overview
Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited is a global, research-driven biopharmaceutical company headquartered in Japan. They specialize in developing and delivering innovative medicines, focusing on oncology, gastroenterology, neuroscience, rare diseases, and plasma-derived therapies. Takeda generates revenue through the sale of prescription drugs and treatments, leveraging a robust pipeline of new products and strategic acquisitions. Founded in 1781, Takeda has a long history of commitment to improving patient health and advancing medical science, making it a significant player in the global pharmaceutical industry.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight hands-on experience with analytical techniques such as HPLC/UPLC, CE-SDS, iCIEF, ELISA, PCR, and enzyme activity assays, emphasizing your role in protein/antibody characterization within a cGMP environment.
Focus on showcasing your ability to design and complete routine and non-routine analytical assays, maintain detailed lab notebooks, report data promptly, and collaborate effectively with cross-functional and inter-site teams to troubleshoot and transfer assays.
Apply to this Senior Associate Scientist position through multiple platforms including Takeda's official careers page and LinkedIn to maximize your application visibility and ensure you reach the right recruiters.
Connect with current employees in Takeda’s Manufacturing Support Labs or Analytical Manufacturing Sciences division on LinkedIn; start conversations by referencing recent Takeda innovations in specialty pharmaceuticals or asking about typical challenges in assay development and troubleshooting.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'analytical support,' 'HPLC/UPLC,' 'cGMP,' 'protein characterization,' 'enzyme activity assay,' and 'assay troubleshooting' to ensure your resume passes initial screenings.
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