Research Scientist TME Tumor Assays, ODDU
Company: Takeda Pharmaceutical
Location: Boston
Posted on: October 30, 2024
Job Description:
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knowledge.Job DescriptionAbout the role:At Takeda, we are a
forward-looking, world-class R&D organization that unlocks
innovation and delivers transformative therapies to patients. By
focusing R&D efforts on four therapeutic areas and other
targeted investments, we push the boundaries of what is possible in
order to bring life-changing therapies to patients worldwide.Join
Takeda as a Research Scientist TME Tumor Assays, ODDU -where you
will contribute to pre-clinical projects. You will also make
contributions from the lab to advance novel and differentiated
therapeutic modalities towards preclinical and clinical milestones.
As part of the Oncology Drug Discovery Unit (ODDU), you will report
to Associate Director, reporting into the Tumor Biology Lab Head
within the group.How you will contribute:
- Contribute to pre-clinical projects by designing and developing
well-defined mechanistic experiments and projects within Oncology
and immuno-oncology research.
- Independently plans new experimental approaches to specific
problems/scientific projects using scientific theory and technical
literature with flexibility to troubleshoot and change experimental
design when necessary.
- Interpret results of complex experiments and documents results
according to company policies in electronic lab notebook.
- Analysis, interpretation, and presentation of data to key
stakeholders, and play an active role in the subsequent scientific
discussions leading to key decisions and program-enabling next
steps
- Initiate investigation of new experimental approaches to
specific problems using scientific theories, data from
internal/external partners, and technical literature
- Work with cultured cell lines and primary cells from multiple
species (murine, human) using sterile technique to perform assay
development, model characterization, and screening.
- Provide extensive hands-on support for basic molecular biology
assays, including but not limited in cell based genetic engineering
(CRISPR and other relevant tools), western blotting,
qRT-PCR/digital PCR, molecular cloning and lenti-virus package and
infection.Minimum Requirements/Qualifications:
- PhD degree in a scientific discipline, or MS with 4+ years
experience, or BS with 6+ years experience
- Industry experience is preferred, but not required
- Proven records by leveraging molecular/genetic tools for
oncology research and mechanistic investigation
- Proficiency with common software for documentation and
presentation of results at different levels of granularity and
documentation in electronic lab notebook.
- Demonstrate scientific leadership from the lab within project
teams.
- Experience in complicate tumor assay model development.
- CRISPR based genetic screen experience is preferred
- Excellent analytical, organizational, interpersonal and time
management skills
- Strong team player who thrives in a dynamic, 'biotech-like'
environment.
- Takeda's high-engagement and ONE Research DEI culture is an
important factor in our success; we seek team members who will
contribute to and further strengthen that culture in all ways of
working.
- Right attitude (agile, curious, positive, open-minded, "can-do"
mindset), must be willing and able to be "hands on,"
results-oriented mindset.More about us:At Takeda, we are
transforming patient care through the development of novel
specialty pharmaceuticals and best in class patient support
programs. Takeda is a patient-focused company that will inspire and
empower you to grow through life-changing work.Certified as a
Global Top Employer, Takeda offers stimulating careers, encourages
innovation, and strives 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.#LI-SB1Takeda
Compensation and Benefits SummaryWe 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,
MAU.S. Base Salary Range:$108,500.00 - $170,500.00The 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 StatementTakeda 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.LocationsBoston, MAWorker
TypeEmployeeWorker Sub-TypeRegularTime TypeFull time
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