Director, Programming

Company: Takeda Pharmaceutical
Location: Clifton
Posted on: March 18, 2023

Job Description:

By clicking the "Apply" button, I understand that my employment application process with Takeda will commence and that the information I provide in my application will be processed in line with Takeda's Privacy Notice and Terms of Use . I further attest that all information I submit in my employment application is true to the best of my knowledge. Job Description About 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.Join Takeda as a Director where you will be team-oriented and collaborative, with a strong understanding of the statistical programming function. Takeda is a global, values-based, R&D-driven, top 10 biopharmaceutical leader committed to discovering and delivering life-transforming treatments, guided by our commitment to patients, our people, and the planet. As part of the Statistical Programming team, you will report to the Director and work with the Statistical Quantitative Sciences (SQS) organization. How you will contribute:

• Lead statistical programming activities across an indication/disease area and related oversight activities ensuring quality and timeliness.
• Lead statistical programming indication/disease area level strategies.
• Set tasks and prioritization across the indication/disease area.
• Engage cross-functionally to progress tasks with proven influencing skills.
• Lead process improvement initiatives.
• Maintain an existing influential internal and external presence on varied statistical programming topics. Core elements related to this role:
  • Provide technical leadership and ensure adequate statistical programming support for an indication/disease area.
  • Proactively create and implement delivery strategies to enable predictable and seamless delivery of projects.
  • Key decisions across indication/disease area execution and delivery strategies related to both risk identification and effective mitigations.
  • Assist the Statistical Programming TAU head or Statistical Programming Head to ensure the successful implementation of Statistical Programming strategies and efficient execution of the statistical analyses for an indication/disease area.
  • Apply strong general knowledge of technical and programming methods with applied experience and can lead staff. Minimum Requirements/Qualifications:
    • MS with 12+ years of industry-related experience.
    • BS with 14+ years of industry-related experience.
    • Experience leading business process transformations and organizational culture change and driving programming expertise on programs with complex business deliverables.
    • Operational experience in pharmaceutical drug development with significant direct exposure to clinical development.
    • Healthcare business acumen with a comprehensive understanding of the pharmaceutical industry.
    • Comprehensive understanding of the pharmaceutical industry and statistical programming (e.g., clinical development, the prescription drug distribution process, etc).
    • Technical expertise at the enterprise level and across a TAU.
    • Guide major technical efforts.
    • Expertise in industry trends and regulatory policy initiatives on quantitative solutions related to TAU or disease area.
    • Distill complex technical ideas in simple comprehensible terms to influence decisions and outcomes.
    • Proactively create and implement sub-strategies to enable the promotion of SQS and DSI vision and mission within TAUs, BUs, and R&D functions.
    • Seek diverse input from multiple members and stakeholders to drive innovative solutions.
    • Identify opportunities and anticipate changes in the business landscape through an understanding and ongoing assessment of the environment affecting the business.
    • Create and embed programming best practices and standardization for novel data such as real-world data, digital data, and wearable device data. What Takeda can offer you:
      • Comprehensive Healthcare: Medical, Dental, and Vision
      • Financial Planning & Stability: 401(k) with company match and Annual Retirement Contribution Plan
      • Health & Wellness programs including onsite flu shots and health screenings
      • Generous time off for vacation and the option to purchase additional vacation days
      • Community Outreach Programs and a company match of charitable contributions
      • Family Planning Support
      • Flexible Work Paths
      • Tuition reimbursement 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.Takeda SQS is open to flexible or remote working for some roles. Such roles will have a connection to a Takeda R&D center.This position is currently classified as "hybrid" in accordance with Takeda's Hybrid and Remote Work policy. Base Salary Range: $160,300.00 to $229,000.00 based on the candidate's professional experience level. Employees may also be eligible for Short-term and Long-Term Incentive benefits as well. Employees are eligible to participate in Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 401(k), Charitable Contribution Match, Holidays, Personal Days & Vacation, Tuition Reimbursement Program, and Paid Volunteer Time Off. The final salary offered for this position may take into account a number of factors including , but not limited to, location, skills, education, and experience. EEO Statement Takeda is proud in its commitment to creating a diverse workforce and providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, genetic information or characteristics, marital status, status as a Vietnam era veteran, special disabled veteran, or other protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws, and any other characteristic protected by law. Locations Boston, MA Worker Type Employee Worker Sub-Type Regular Time Type Full time

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