Associate Director, Statistics (Hybrid)

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Job Description

Objectives :

Takeda is a global, values-based, R&D-driven, top 10 biopharmaceutical leader committed to discover and deliver life-transforming treatments, guided by our commitment to patients, our people and the planet.

Our Data and Quantitative Sciences(DQS) is committed to harness the insight of data and digital to speed the development of highly innovative treatments to patients. These scientists (from statistics, programming, outcomes research and epidemiology, quantitative clinical pharmacology, digital strategy, library sciences and data architecture / governance) bring their expertise to our global program teams and re-imagine our disciplines. They  work with novel data streams, including real-world data and digital tools, and apply advanced analytics including artificial intelligence and automation.

As part of DQS, the Statistics and Quantitative Sciences (SQS) at Takeda is looking to add individuals to our team that are team oriented, collaborative, exceptional leaders and innovators. SQS aspires to bring safe and effective medications to the patients with our quantitative skills. We design efficient trials, contribute to clinical development strategies, perform high quality statistical analyses, and pursue operational excellence.

Delivery & Business Accountabilities :

Lead delivery for one or more assets at GPT level or specialty area in clinical

Facilitate execution and delivery collaboration cross functionally in Global Project Teams (GPTs), generally within DQS and R&D, and with external vendors

Enable the consistent execution of the SQS and DQS seamless and predictable delivery mission

Lead and be accountable for asset level delivery strategies being implemented with effective risk identification and mitigation

Create an internal cross functional and external with vendors sphere of influence in predictable delivery

Identify opportunity for continuous improvement in delivery approaches and leverages fit-for-purpose mitigations by leveraging them

Contributions :

Asset-level GPT strategy and delivery

Broadly DQS functions

Parts R&D functions.

Core Elements Related to this Role :

Advanced knowledge of clinical study designs, analysis methodology and data interpretation.

Advanced knowledge of pharmaceutical industry, overall drug development process with expertise in the cross-functional interfaces with the Statistics function.

Advanced knowledge of FDA and ICH regulations and industry standards applicable to the design, analysis of clinical trials and regulatory submissions.

Strong statistical programming skills

Excellent oral and written communications skills.

Specialized statistical expertise in multiple therapeutic areas or development phases.

Strong inter-personal and people management skills.

Strong project management skills.

Strong collaborative skills and ability to work with a cross-functional team.

Technical / Functional (Line) Expertise :

Subject matter expertise in several quantitative and statistical areas and establishes oneself as a go-to colleague on a few topics

Scientific understanding of drug R&D to inform methodological input with product team or in a platform

Strong communication skills and ability to translate effectively across functional lines

Ability to Identify and research new innovative approaches and leverage fit-for-purpose methods in to programs that he / she is involved in

Leadership :

Lead one or more assets at GPT level or specialty area in preclinical, clinical, translational

Facilitate collaboration cross functionally in GPTs and generally within DQS and R&D

Enable the tactical execution of the SQS and DQS vision and mission

Lead and be accountable for asset level strategies being implemented

Demonstrate mentorship, matrix or direct management of small team of SQS colleagues

Create an internal and external sphere of influence in area of expertise

Education :

PHD with ~ 5 years experience

MS with ~ 8+ years experience

Behavioral Competencies :

Inspire teamwork

Assess benefit risk of options

Develop understanding of business beyond SQS

Focuses on priorities

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 :

$153,600.00 - $241,340.00

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-termincentives. 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

Full time

Job Exempt

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