Director, Process Optimization, Global Biologics
Company: Takeda
Location: Boston
Posted on: October 14, 2024
Job Description:
Job DescriptionAbout the role: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.Takeda
is committed to the long-term strategy and vision to translate
science into life-changing medicines that make critical differences
for our patients around the world. The Global Biologics team within
R&D is responsible for the discovery and optimization of next
generation biological drug candidates for our three main
therapeutic areas Oncology, Gastroenterology and Neuroscience.Join
Takeda as a Director, Process Optimization where you will improve
our process and workflows. In this role, you will be responsible
for analyzing, designing, and optimizing our lab and business
processes to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance overall
productivity. You will also develop expertise in the specific
workflows and capabilities in Global Biologics and leverage this
knowledge to strategize on implementation of automation and
informatics to improve efficiencies. As part of the Global
Biologics team, you will report to the Head of the organization and
work with scientists across all Global Biologics teams and with
Informatics and Lab automation teams to analyze business processes
to identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and areas for improvement
and work with the teams to solve those issues.You will be integral
to creating an industry leading biologics discovery workflow,
driving continuous improvement and optimization and deliver
scientific and operational excellence.How you will contribute:
- Evaluate current laboratory processes to identify
inefficiencies, redundancies, and areas for improvement.
- Gather and analyze data related to lab workflows, sample
handling, and equipment utilization.
- Design and implement optimized workflows, protocols, and
procedures to streamline lab operations.
- Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for lab
processes, including standard operating procedures (SOPs) and
process maps.
- Lead initiatives to improve turnaround times, increase
efficiency and communication and enhance the accuracy and
reliability of lab results.
- Continuously monitor process performance and make data-driven
adjustments to improve outcomes.
- Support continuous improvement of technology solutions by
developing a deep understanding of our application landscape and
business strategies.
- Identify opportunities to integrate new technologies and
automation into lab processes to increase efficiency and
accuracy.
- Work with Informatics, automation and lab management to
implement and test new tools or software.
- Provide training and support to staff to ensure successful
adoption of new processes and tools.
- Communicate changes and benefits effectively to all
stakeholders to foster buy-in and smooth transitions.
- Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the
success of process improvement initiatives.Minimum
Requirements/Qualifications:
- PhD degree in a scientific discipline with 10+ years
experience, or MS with 16+ years experience, or BS with 18+ years
experience.
- 10+ years of experience in laboratory settings in the
pharmaceutical and/or biotech industry.
- Strong understanding of laboratory processes and workflows in
biologics discovery coupled with the ability to introduce
automation to enhance operational efficiency.
- Excellent project management and organizational skills with the
ability to prioritize, lead and drive multiple change initiatives
simultaneously.
- Strategic mindset and the ability to think critically and
creatively to drive innovation and growth.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Effective communication and collaboration skills, with the
ability to work in multidisciplinary teams.More about us:At Takeda,
we are transforming patient care through the development of novel
specialty pharmaceuticals and best in class patient support
programs. Takeda is a patient-focused company that will inspire and
empower you to grow through life-changing work.Certified as a
Global Top Employer, Takeda offers stimulating careers, encourages
innovation, and strives for excellence in everything we do. We
foster an inclusive, collaborative workplace, in which our teams
are united by an unwavering commitment to deliver Better Health and
a Brighter Future to people around the world.
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