Research Scientist I, Oncology Cell Therapy Innovation

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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 I where you will be working with the Oncology Cell Therapy Innovation Team. You will be a highly qualified immunologist with a strong background in immunology, particularly immune-oncology and innate cell immunology. You will be essential in improving cell therapy platforms like CAR-NK and CAR-gdT to increase the potency and longevity of cell therapy products. Utilizing their knowledge of innate cell biology, such as gene engineering, immune cell activation, survival, proliferation, function, and cancer/immune biology in the tumor microenvironment, they will direct discovery projects and work with colleagues across departmental and cross-functional teams to advance the development of Cell Therapy discovery platforms.
How you will contribute

• Scientifically independent
• Interpret results of complex experiments, and integrates data produced by other disciplines
• May influence decision making within the department
• Contribute to functional problem resolution and objective setting
• Independently manage workload and expectations
• Collaborate with cross function team and contribute in matrix based project teams
• Initiate investigation of new experimental approaches to a wide range of problems using scientific theory and technical literature
• Identify, plan and execute novel scientific projects and may manage the work of others a direct or matrixed structure
• Conduct scientific presentations to internal audiences
• Receive high level instructions on all work, determine methods on new assignments, work closely with manager, may manage junior staff
• Prepare and present comprehensive technical or project reports and formal presentations / posters to full range of internal/external audiences
• Demonstrate effective project engagement skills
• Act as the recognized scientific resource on an aspect of a program
• Contribute to functional scientific discussion
• Demonstrate broad technical program knowledge

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications

• A track record of publications to demonstrate scientific expertise is preferred.
• A minimum of 0- 2+ years of relevant pharmaceutical industry/academic experience is required after graduation.
• Hands-on experience with CAR-T, CAR-NK, CAR-γδT, and TCR-T cell therapies/immunotherapies is required, including cell culture, immune cell activation/expansion, and viral transduction for various types of immune cells.
• The individual should have significant skills in in vitro and in vivo immune cell characterization and function assessment, such as multi-color flow immunophenotyping, multiplex cytokine measurement, cytotoxicity assays, and other molecular-based assays.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with a team are required.
• Individual should possess a Ph.D. in Immunology, Biology, or a related field.

What Takeda Can Offer You

• 401(k) with company match and Annual Retirement Contribution Plan
• Generous time off for vacation and the option to purchase additional vacation days
• Tuition reimbursement Company match of charitable contributions
• Community Outreach Programs
• Health & Wellness programs including onsite flu shots and health screenings

Base Salary Range 102,000.00 to 146,000.00. 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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Locations
Boston, MA
Worker Type
Employee
Worker Sub-Type
Regular
Time Type
Full time