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Job Description

Are you looking for a patient-focused, innovation-driven company that will inspire you and empower you to shine? Join us as a Senior Manager, Statistics in our Cambridge, MA office.

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.

At 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:

Our Data and Quantitative Sciences (DQS) is made up of more than 250 quantitative scientists who 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) 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, strong understanding of the statistics function, 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.

The Senior Manager, Statistics is responsible for providing statistical support in clinical development related to diseases and assets within the Neuroscience Therapeutic Area. This role involves independently managing projects, providing innovative solutions to problems, leading data strategy development. This role contributes to Takeda’s mission.

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Lead and be accountable for study/program level deliveryEffectively drive and influence project teams towards seamless delivery while enabling and making decisionsConduct advanced statistical analyses and perform trial simulations to provide innovative solutions and to optimize clinical trial designs.Implement a quantitative decision-making framework to support data-driven decisions in clinical developmentParticipate in preparation of regulatory submissions and responses to regulatory agencies.Contribute to asset level strategies to identify and mitigate delivery risks.

EDUCATION, BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS:

Education & Experience

Must have degree in statistics/biostatistics or in other equivalent quantitative sciences along with the following specific credentials: PhD with approximately 3+ years of experience or MS with approximately 6+ years of experience.Advanced knowledge of drug development, clinical study designs, trial simulations, analysis methodology and data interpretation.Advanced knowledge of pharmaceutical industry, overall drug development process and 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 (SAS and R)Excellent oral and written communications skills.Specialized statistical expertise in multiple therapeutic areas or clinical trial development phases (Experience in Neuroscience preferred).Strong project management skills.Strong collaborative skills and ability to work with a cross-functional team to achieve project objectives.

This position is currently classified as “ hybrid” in accordance with Takeda’s Hybrid and Remote Work policy.

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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:

USA - MA - Cambridge - Kendall Square - 500

U.S. Base Salary Range:

$133,000.00 - $209,000.00

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-term incentives. 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

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LocationsUSA - MA - Cambridge - Kendall Square - 500

Worker TypeEmployee

Worker Sub-TypeRegular

Time TypeFull time

Job Exempt

Yes

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