Global Oncology Clinical Scientist

USA - 3316 Takeda Development Center Americas, Inc.; Cambridge (MA); Hybrid; USD 116,000 - 182,000; Full time

Job summary

Takeda seeks a Clinical Scientist to join the Cambridge office, contributing to regional and global clinical development plans and regulatory readiness. You will guide multidisciplinary teams, assess complex data, and influence go/no-go decisions while ensuring alignment with global strategies.

The role requires strong scientific leadership, excellent communication, and the ability to drive development programs in a matrix, multi-regional environment. Hybrid work in Boston area is offered.

Qualifications

• Education/experience in clinical research or development in pharma.
• Strong communication and collaboration with global teams.
• Ability to influence development strategy and regulatory plans.

Responsibilities

• Lead Clinical Science on US/EU Development Teams and may serve as team leader.
• Support Global Development Team activities to align with global strategy.
• Contribute to development strategy and protocol development.

Skills

Scientific leadership

Cross-functional leadership

Strategic thinking

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree + 6 years

Master's degree + 4 years

PharmD + 2 years

PhD + 1 year

Job description

Takeda seeks a Clinical Scientist to join the Cambridge office, contributing to regional and global clinical development plans and regulatory readiness. You will guide multidisciplinary teams, assess complex data, and influence go/no-go decisions while ensuring alignment with global strategies.

The role requires strong scientific leadership, excellent communication, and the ability to drive development programs in a matrix, multi-regional environment. Hybrid work in Boston area is offered.