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Job Description

一个re you looking for a patient-focused, innovation-driven company that will inspire you and empower you to shine?

一个t 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.

OBJECTIVES/PURPOSE

• Serve in an exciting role as a laboratory research associate that directly supports our cutting-edge drug discovery programs across our immune oncology pipeline.
• Develop & execute tissue slide-based assays & perform detailed analyses that drive drug target discovery/development efforts through the identification of mechanisms of action, pharmacodynamic markers and predictive biomarker signatures.
• Interact with stake-holders across the department as well as across the larger discovery and translational medicine groups.
• Be part of a rapidly-evolving team that is working to bridge drug discovery with clinical development to move our most impactful programs forward in ways that meaningfully improve patient outcomes in the clinic.

SCOPE

We are a rapidly evolving translational research laboratory that is uniquely situated between the oncology drug discovery & clinical units of Takeda. Our goal is the implementation of innovative cell phenotyping capabilities that reveal unique biomarkers and mechanisms of action that are critical to driving the development of next generation immune-modulatory drugs for the treatment of cancer. In this position, you will be working within the early Translational Oncology group to help drive the development and execution of tissue-based assays using immunohistochemistry, computer based image analysis and provide laboratory support in a multitude of ways that support next-generation immune-oncology drug development.

• 一个CCOUNTABILITIES (Describe the primary duties and responsibilities of the job. Include only the essential functions of the job. Approximately 5 – 10 bulleted task statements should be identified).
• Develop and execute single-plex and multiplex immunohistochemistry/immunofluorescence assays.
• Conduct tissue image analyses on stained tissues from preclinical and clinical samples.
• Incorporate proper quality controls and best practices to produce high-quality work in an efficient manner.
• Complete all assigned laboratory duties in a timely-manner and effectively resolve technical issues in conjunction with senior laboratory staff.
• Communicate and collaborate effectively with departmental colleagues in a cross-functional, highly-collaborative team environment.
• Responsibilities include ~90% lab work and ~10% collaboration with our oncology teams.
• Conduct basic to complex experiments and/or tasks within the project scope while exercising good technical judgement to assure high quality testing and results.
• Recognizes potential problems related to samples, reagents, equipment, software, methods, and/or processes is a desired trait.
• Prepares and presents technical information at laboratory and department meetings when required.
• Potential to attend and present data directly to program teams for expanded project involvement.
• Demonstrates knowledge of immunohistochemistry and basic research laboraroty skills.
• Immunohistochemistry skills. Familiarity with automated IHC is a plus
• Computer skills including Excel, Word and ability to learn eMolPath LIMS software
• Recognizes problems related to samples, software, and/or processes and seeks out expertise for proper resolution.
• Participates in interactions and collaborations within the eMolPath group and across our department.
• Receives instructions on work and then independently executes assignments.

EDUCATION, BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS:

• BS with 1- 2 years experience in an academic and/or industry setting. Previous experience in a laboratory doing undergraduate research and/or an industry co-operative is desirable but not required.
• 一个bility to work within multi-disciplinary and matrixed teams.
• Good fit with Takeda core values and leadership principles.
• Right attitude (agile, curious, open-minded, “can-do” mindset).

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.

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

Base Salary Range: $63,000.00 to $91,000.00 Employees may also be eligible for Short Term and Long-Term Incentive benefits. Employees are eligible to participate in Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 401(k), Charitable Contribution Match, Holidays, Personal Days & Vacation, Tuition Reimbursement Program and Paid Volunteer Time Off.

The final salary offered for this position may take into account a number of factors including, but not limited to, location, skills, education, and experience.

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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.

Takeda has been translating science into breakthrough medicines for 240 years. Every step of the way, our teams have worked together to tackle some of the most challenging problems in drug discovery and development. Today, we’re a driving force behind innovative therapies that make a lasting difference to millions of patients around the world.

We are living in the same world. It’s one big globe that we all live on, so it’s important for teams to have a global view and global mindset.

Lin Wang Takeda Development
Center Asia

Takeda is an outstanding company for anyone interested in exploring new areas or expanding their knowledge base. During my 20-year journey here, I’ve been fully supported by my colleagues, and I can’t say enough about our rich internal talent and the long-standing values that drive our decisions as we work to develop important medicines for the patients we serve.

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