Head of Strategy and Development - Boston, MA, United States - Takeda

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Head of Research Strategy Development and Internal Consulting

In an environment that fosters lifelong learning and a growth mindset, you'll have the support you need to thrive — at work and beyond.

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.

At Takeda, we are transforming the pharmaceutical industry through our R&D-driven market leadership and being a values-led company.

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.

The Research Strategy and Operations function is responsible for integrating scientific acumen with business analytics and processes to deliver clear business plans, operational excellence and portfolio progression for the Takeda Research pipeline.

The Head of Strategy Development and Internal Consulting is a core member of the Research Strategy & Operations Leadership Team.

Leading our consulting competency, role will interface with top leadership across R&D and is critical in shaping and executing our research strategy, as well as providing strategic guidance and support to senior leadership on key business decisions, including portfolio management, resource allocation, and investment strategies.

This position requires a deep understanding of the pharmaceutical industry, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and the ability to effectively communicate complex concepts to diverse audiences.

Leads a team of internal consultants to advise the Research Senior Leadership on complex challenges and strategic initiatives.

Provides strategic guidance and support to senior leadership on critical business decisions, including portfolio management, resource allocation, and investment strategies.

Develops and implements research strategies that are aligned with the organization's long-term goals and objectives.

Conducts comprehensive market analysis to identify emerging trends, assess the competitive landscape and pinpoint potential opportunities for research to inform strategic decision-making.

Monitors external landscape to identify and evaluate new research opportunities, technologies, and partnerships to drive innovation and enhance the company's competitive advantage.

Builds and maintains strategic partnerships with external stakeholders such as research institutions, universities, and industry experts to foster collaboration, leverage external expertise, access funding opportunities, and enhance the organization's research capabilities.

Collaborates with cross-functional teams to define research priorities, allocate resources effectively, and ensure the timely execution of projects.
Drives assessment of business models to address trade-offs vs.

Promotes a culture of continuous improvement by implementing best practices, developing standardized processes, and encouraging knowledge sharing across the organization.

Analyzes and assesses Research programs and technology platforms in a competitive context to guide strategic planning.
Identifies new growth opportunities and evaluates build/buy/partner scenarios, along with other special projects, to achieve business goals.

Maintains in-depth knowledge of specific scientific topics, disease areas, and asset classes, and continuously updates competitive intelligence to ensure visibility to emerging opportunities and changes in the competitive landscape.

Expected 15 years related experience in the pharmaceutical industry, with expertise in drug discovery, Takeda therapeutic areas
Expected 10 years experience at a major consulting firm
Proven ability to respectfully challenge and influence senior leaders
Excellent project management and organizational skills
Proven track record of success in research strategy development and/or internal consulting within the pharmaceutical industry
Strong knowledge of drug discovery and development processes, including preclinical and clinical research
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to synthesize complex information and make data-driven decisions
Strategic mindset and the ability to think critically and creatively to drive innovation and business growth
Strong project management skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple initiatives simultaneously
Knowledge of regulatory requirements and industry guidelines related to pharmaceutical research and development
or equivalent) in a scientific discipline preferred
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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.

At Takeda, we are transforming the pharmaceutical industry through our R&D-driven market leadership and being a values-led company.

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.

The Research Strategy and Operations function is responsible for integrating scientific acumen with business analytics and processes to deliver clear business plans, operational excellence and portfolio progression for the Takeda Research pipeline.

The Head of Strategy Development and Internal Consulting is a core member of the Research Strategy & Operations Leadership Team.

Leading our consulting competency, role will interface with top leadership across R&D and is critical in shaping and executing our research strategy, as well as providing strategic guidance and support to senior leadership on key business decisions, including portfolio management, resource allocation, and investment strategies.

This position requires a deep understanding of the pharmaceutical industry, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and the ability to effectively communicate complex concepts to diverse audiences.

Leads a team of internal consultants to advise the Research Senior Leadership on complex challenges and strategic initiatives.

Provides strategic guidance and support to senior leadership on critical business decisions, including portfolio management, resource allocation, and investment strategies.

Develops and implements research strategies that are aligned with the organization's long-term goals and objectives.

Conducts comprehensive market analysis to identify emerging trends, assess the competitive landscape and pinpoint potential opportunities for research to inform strategic decision-making.

Monitors external landscape to identify and evaluate new research opportunities, technologies, and partnerships to drive innovation and enhance the company's competitive advantage.

Builds and maintains strategic partnerships with external stakeholders such as research institutions, universities, and industry experts to foster collaboration, leverage external expertise, access funding opportunities, and enhance the organization's research capabilities.

Collaborates with cross-functional teams to define research priorities, allocate resources effectively, and ensure the timely execution of projects.
Drives assessment of business models to address trade-offs vs.

Promotes a culture of continuous improvement by implementing best practices, developing standardized processes, and encouraging knowledge sharing across the organization.

Analyzes and assesses Research programs and technology platforms in a competitive context to guide strategic planning.
Identifies new growth opportunities and evaluates build/buy/partner scenarios, along with other special projects, to achieve business goals.

Maintains in-depth knowledge of specific scientific topics, disease areas, and asset classes, and continuously updates competitive intelligence to ensure visibility to emerging opportunities and changes in the competitive landscape.

Expected 15 years related experience in the pharmaceutical industry, with expertise in drug discovery, Takeda therapeutic areas
Expected 10 years experience at a major consulting firm
Proven ability to respectfully challenge and influence senior leaders
Excellent project management and organizational skills
Proven track record of success in research strategy development and/or internal consulting within the pharmaceutical industry
Strong knowledge of drug discovery and development processes, including preclinical and clinical research
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to synthesize complex information and make data-driven decisions
Strategic mindset and the ability to think critically and creatively to drive innovation and business growth
Strong project management skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple initiatives simultaneously
Knowledge of regulatory requirements and industry guidelines related to pharmaceutical research and development
or equivalent) in a scientific discipline preferred

The actual base salary offered will be in accordance with state or local minimum wage requirements for the job location.

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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.

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.

Full time Our team at Takeda is tackling some of the most challenging problems in drug discovery and development.

As the newest member of our Research team, you'll conduct purposeful, meaningful work on groundbreaking modalities that may lead to breakthrough drugs.

We are committed to collaborating with academia and emerging biotech companies to expand our reach and impact in cell therapy, gene therapy and data sciences.

Our team's wide-ranging expertise includes medicinal chemistry, genomics datasets, immunofluorescence, high content imaging, flow cytometry, transcriptional profiling, multi-step synthesis, multimodal genetics, pharmacokinetics and much more.

Whatever area inspires you, your work will support the progression of an innovative, industry-leading discovery pipeline and make an impact that matters to patients and society.

A career in Research at Takeda will give you everything you need to succeed professionally — and make a difference to patients, people and the planet.

Takeda is paving the way for how research will be conducted in the future.
Daniel Scheibe - Senior Manager Operations, Systems Engineering, Drug Discovery Sciences

Along with incredibly passionate colleagues, there's a clear commitment to invest in the best facilities and the right equipment needed to successfully perform world-class science.

Christina Alves - Head of Biotherapeutics Process Development
Takeda is paving the way for how research will be conducted in the future.
Daniel Scheibe - Senior Manager Operations, Systems Engineering, Drug Discovery Sciences

Along with incredibly passionate colleagues, there's a clear commitment to invest in the best facilities and the right equipment needed to successfully perform world-class science.

Christina Alves - Head of Biotherapeutics Process Development
Takeda is paving the way for how research will be conducted in the future.
Daniel Scheibe - Senior Manager Operations, Systems Engineering, Drug Discovery Sciences

Our internal research capabilities and external partnerships contribute to an R&D engine that has produced exciting new molecular entities (NMEs) across our core Therapeutic Areas.

Check out our pipeline and see how we'll continue delivering a steady stream of next-generation therapies.
These are brought to life through actions based on Patient, Trust, Reputation and Business, in that order.

Our belief in putting people first extends beyond our patients — it includes their families and communities, as well as our Takeda colleagues and their families.

Our embedded Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I) strategy enables us to attract and retain exceptional talent, drives innovation, and helps address systemic inequalities in our communities.

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Bold initiatives, continuous improvement, and creativity are at the heart of how we bring scientific breakthroughs from the lab to patients.

Our people-first mission extends beyond patients to include their families, communities, and our own Takeda family. Through trust and respect, you will have genuine support from leaders, managers, and colleagues to do your best work. Responsibly translate science into highly innovative medicines and accelerate access to improve lives worldwide.
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