Research Scientist, Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) Drug Discovery

Takeda; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 116,000 - 182,000; Full time

Job summary

Takeda's Gastrointestinal and Inflammation (GI2) Drug Discovery Unit in Cambridge, MA is seeking a Research Scientist to join biology and cross-functional discovery teams and create novel drug candidates. You will lead projects from conception through candidate selection, and generate rigorous data to drive confident decisions.

The role emphasizes collaboration, technical leadership, and delivering high-quality science to address inflammatory and autoimmune diseases, with hands-on work in flow

Qualifications

• PhD or MS with relevant experience in inflammation and/or immunology.
• Strong expertise in molecular biology and immunology with assay development.
• Experience contributing to in vivo efficacy and MoA studies in rodent models.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership for research project implementation and coordination.
• Begin at conception of new projects and advance to candidate selection.
• Generate rigorous data to drive confident decisions.
• Contribute technical expertise and scientific insight within a collaborative team.
• Prepare and present comprehensive project reports to internal and external audiences.

Skills

Molecular biology

Cell biology

Immunology

Flow cytometry

qPCR

Gene editing

Data interpretation

Scientific collaboration

Education

PhD degree in a scientific discipline

MS with 6+ years relevant experience

BS with 8+ years relevant experience

Job description

Job Description

Objective / Purpose:

The Gastrointestinal and Inflammation (GI2) Drug Discovery Unit at Takeda is building a new team of experienced, innovative, and collaborative researchers to deliver an industry-leading portfolio of drugs for various gastrointestinal, autoimmune, and inflammatory diseases with high unmet medical needs. We seek a Research Scientist to join our biology and cross-functional discovery teamsand create novel drug candidates.

Your role:

• provides technical leadership for research project implementation and coordination,
• begins at the conception of new projects and helps advance to candidate selection,
• generates exciting and rigorous data that drive confident decisions,
• contributes critical thinking, technical expertise, and scientific insight to teamwork, and
• maintains our Takeda culture that promotes creativity, open communication, cooperation, and urgency while delivering the highest quality of science for drug discovery.

Accountabilities:

• Identify, plan, and execute well-defined scientific projects
• Initiate investigation of new experimental approaches to specific problems using scientific theory and technical literature
• Use defined practices and theoretical knowledge to perform analyses, interpret results, and determine appropriate actions
• Utilize relevant information, technology, and resources to proactively contribute to solving complex problems and achieving objectives as a team
• Prepare and present comprehensive project and technical reports to a range of internal and external audiences

Education & Competencies (Technical and Behavioral):

• PhD degree in a scientific discipline (or equivalent), or MS with 6+ years relevant experience, or BS with 8+ years relevant experience
• Demonstrated accomplishments in inflammation and/or immunology research, with a track record of applying scientific insight to address complex biological questions; experience in inflammatory bowel disease is a plus
• Strong expertise in molecular biology, cell biology, and immunology, with experience developing cell-based and biochemical assays
• Hands-on experience with key technologies including flow cytometry, primary human immune cell and fibroblast culture, cytokine analysis (AlphaLISA, MSD, ELISA), qPCR, and gene editing approaches (e.g., CRISPR, siRNA)
• Experience developing in vitro assays to characterize small and large molecules for potency and mechanism of action
• Experience contributing to the design and execution of in vivo efficacy, pharmacology, and MoA studies in rodent models
• Ability to independently design and execute experiments while contributing effectively within a collaborative, matrixed team environment
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to generate high-quality data and derive insights that inform project decisions
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a highly matrixed environment
• Strong organizational and multi-tasking skills with attention to detail

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 - Binney St

U.S. Base Salary Range:

$116,000.00 - $182,270.00

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.

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EEO Statement

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Locations

USA - MA - Cambridge - Binney St

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time

Job ExemptYesIt is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.