Process Analytical Technology (PAT) Specialist

TAKEDA PHARMACEUTICALS AMERICA, INC.; Cittaducale; In loco; EUR 50.000 - 80.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Join a leading company in the pharmaceutical industry that focuses on innovative therapies and patient care. This role involves developing Process Analytical Technology for real-time monitoring of production processes, ensuring high-quality production of life-saving drugs. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in relevant technologies and a commitment to impactful work.

Servizi

Health Care Assistance Insurance

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job Rotation programs

Wellness programs

Competenze

• 2-3 years experience in Process Analytical Technology in pharmaceutical/biotech.
• Proficient in analytical methods and data analysis.
• Knowledge in biochemistry and microbiology preferred.

Mansioni

• Lead the development of PAT solutions for real-time monitoring.
• Conduct feasibility studies for analytical methods.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for monitoring solutions.

Conoscenze

Process Analytical Technology

Data analysis

Protein characterization techniques

Statistical analysis

Fluent in English and Italian

Formazione

PhD or Master Degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, Biotechnology

Strumenti

Minitab

Descrizione del lavoro

Skills

On the Global Manufacturing and Supply (GMS) team at Takeda, you’ll be part of a rapidly transforming industry that’s applying technology and data in new ways. Within our agile, innovative, people-centric organization, your work will matter every day as you use your skills to help us manufacture therapies for patients on our four platforms:

• Small Molecules
• Biologics
• Plasma
• Cell and Gene
  
  

As part of the GMS team, you'll have the opportunity to pursue unique experiences and build new skills, and you'll know that the work you do every day makes an impact — on our patients, our people, our planet, and on yourself.

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Job ID R0155206 Date posted 06/20/2025 Location Rieti, Italy

Rieti, Italy| Santa Rufina, Italy

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Job Description

Since 1972, Takeda has had two sites in Italy for producing plasma-derived drugs in Rieti and Pisa, supporting patients with rare and complex diseases. These sites focus on the production of therapies derived from immunoglobulins, albumin, and coagulation factors. As a partner of the National Health System, we transform plasma into life-saving drugs under the “National Self-Sufficiency of Blood and its Products” program. We provide high-quality drugs worldwide, with a strong presence in Europe, America, and Asia.

Across Italy and the world, Takeda is recognized as a Top Employer by the Top Employers Institute based on our commitment to career development, inclusion, learning, sustainability, wellness, and, most importantly, our values.

Join us to make a difference.

About The Role

We are looking for a candidate with expertise in Process Analytical Technology (PAT) applied to continuous monitoring in biotechnology production processes. You will be responsible for searching, testing, and implementing innovative solutions aimed at improving monitoring and optimization across our production processes.

You will ensure real-time monitoring of production processes through the implementation and management of in-line, on-line and at-line analytical technologies. The role also requires integrating data analysis skills to optimize process performance and support evidence-based decision-making.

How You Will Contribute

• Lead the development and research of PAT solutions by studying and implementing in-line, on-line and at-line probes (such as NIR, Raman, FTIR spectroscopy, pH sensors, conductivity, turbidity, flow rate, flow imaging, DLS, particle counting) to monitor and inspect production processes in real-time.
• Conduct feasibility studies for analytical methods using in-line, online, and at-line instruments.
• Ensure accurate data collection and analysis to optimize production processes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, to develop monitoring solutions aligning with industry standards and regulations.
• Support in-line PAT instruments qualification (IQ/OQ/PQ) and related documentation writing
• Support and execute controlled research experiments and trials
• Manage and perform scientific research, development, and testing of new Process Analytical technologies for continuous process monitoring.
• Stay updated on emerging technologies in sensoristics and biotech.
• Execute manufacturing runs and scale-down experiments participating in their design and execution
• Prepare and present comprehensive technical and/or project reports and formal presentations to a full range of internal / external audiences.
  
  

What You Bring To Takeda

• PhD or Master Degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, Biotechnology, Bio-Chemical Engineering )
• At least 2-3 years of relevant University/Industry experience (pharmaceutical, chemical, biotech) in Process Analytical Technology for development of probes to characterize protein material.
• Profound knowledge in in-line process analytical technology and proteins.
• Mandatory: proficiency in protein characterization techniques, including but not limited to optical methods
• Preferrable: Knowledge in biochemistry, protein purification and engineering principles
• Preferrable: expertise in analytical chemistry methodologies to support the analysis and characterization of protein-based therapeutics
• Basic understanding of relevant manufacturing processes
• Knowledge of statistics and main statistical analysis tools (Minitab, etc.)
• Fluent English and Italian and good redaction skills
  
  

What Takeda Can Offer

We want our employees to succeed in everything they do - at work, at home, and in the community. This is why we offer world-class benefits and access to resources that can support people.

Health and Finance

• Health Care Assistance Insurance
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Employee discount programs on commercial establishments, shops, medical services
  
  

Training and Development

• Technical skill training and professional development
• Job Rotation programs for working in other departments
• Spontaneous employee groups for awareness on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion issues and community engagement activities
• Value-based culture
  
  

Individual Support

• Wellness programs
• On-site cafeteria and bar
• Resources for mental, physical, financial, and spiritual health
• Parental Leave
  
  

Note

• Belonging to protected categories (Law No. 68/99) will be considered a preferential qualification.
  
  

Important Considerations

At Takeda, our patients rely on us to create quality products, and we aim to create a safe environment for our team members. As a result, we must follow strict rules in our manufacturing facilities to ensure we are not endangering the quality of the product or putting anyone at the site in harm's way. In this role, you may:

• Work in a controlled environment requiring special gowning and wearing protective clothing.
• Need to remove all make-up, jewelry, contact lenses, nail polish,and/or artificial fingernails while in the manufacturing environment.
• Willingness to travel to various internal/external Takeda meetings and events
• Flexibility to work in shifts
  
  

More About Us

At Takeda, we are transforming patient care through the development of innovative specialty medicines and first-class patient support programs. Takeda is a patient-oriented 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 aims for excellence in everything we do. We promote an inclusive and collaborative work environment where our teams are united by an unwavering commitment to delivering Better Health and a Brighter Future to people worldwide.

Empowering Our People To Shine

Takeda is proud of its commitment to creating a diverse workforce and offering equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without distinction of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, genetic information, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Locations

ITA - Rieti

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time

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