Life Sciences Research Lead (BOSTON)

Company: Takeda Pharmaceutical
Location: Boston
Posted on: April 2, 2026

Job Description:

By clicking the “Apply” button, I understand that my employment application process with Takeda will commence and that the information I provide in my application will be processed in line with Takeda’s Privacy Notice and Terms of Use. I further attest that all information I submit in my employment application is true to the best of my knowledge. Job Description Objective / Purpose: Takeda’s Lead Profiling team is building a new team of experienced, innovative, and collaborative researchers to partner with Drug Discovery Units to design and run high throughput automated assays on state-of-the-art robotic platforms to drive an industry-leading portfolio of drugs for various Therapeutic areas with high unmet medical needs. We are seeking a skilled Research Scientist to join our Lead Profiling and cross-functional discovery teams. - Design and execute pre-clinical pharmacology assays on fully automated robotic platforms to support candidate selection, accelerating clinical translation of impactful therapies for patients with various disorders - Provide deep scientific expertise in the design and execution of miniaturized, high throughput assays to support programs across cross-functional teams - Leverage state-of-the-art automation to streamline complex biology screening workflows and manage data across various programs, in close collaboration with Takeda scientists and external partners Accountabilities - Lead high throughput, fully automated, pharmacology studies to enable advancement of drug candidates into early clinical trials - Design and execute pre-clinical pharmacology assays on fully automated robotic platforms to support candidate selection, accelerating clinical translation of impactful therapies for patients with various disorders - Champion scientific integrity and rigor in data analysis, preparation, and interpretation of detailed protocols/SOPs - Collaborate cross-functionally with Automation Engineers, Scientists and Data Science teams to support data-driven decision-making - Proactively leverage state-of-the-art automation to streamline complex assay workflows and generate data to support various programs, in close collaboration with Takeda scientists and external partners Education & Competencies (Technical and Behavioral): - Expected: PhD degree in Biochemistry, Biophysics, Pharmacology, Molecular/Cell Biology or related field or MS with 6 years of experience, or BS with 8 years of relevant experience in pharmaceutical/biotech R&D. - Experience with fully integrated automation platforms and assay miniaturization, as well as high throughput data analysis systems - Good expertise is Lead ID, Hit-to-Lead and Lead Op strategies and workflows is highly desirable - Significant experience leveraging high throughput data analysis platforms and LIMS systems for automated data analysis, QC and reporting - Proven expertise in design and development of biochemical 384 and 1536-well plate-based assays (e.g., fluorescence, HTRF, FRET, bioluminescence assays, BRET etc.) - Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively to advance drug discovery projects in a highly matrixed environment - Excellent communication, organizational, and multitasking skills. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION - The position will be based in Cambridge, MA 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: $111,800.00 - $175,670.00 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. Locations Boston, MA Worker Type Employee Worker Sub-Type Regular Time Type 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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