Senior Director Quantitative Clinical Pharmacology Lead

Company: Takeda
Location: Boston
Posted on: January 15, 2026

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 Are you looking for a patient-focused, innovation-driven company that will inspire you and empower you to shine? Join us as a Senior Director, Quantitative Clinical Pharmacology Lead in our Cambridge, MA office. 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. POSITION OBJECTIVE: The Senior Director manages strategic, scientific and operational aspects of multiple oncology/immuno-oncology programs from the clinical pharmacology perspective. Serves as the Global Clinical Pharmacology Lead for assets across phases 1-4 of development. Works closely with functional experts across the R&D organization, such QS, Research, Biostatistics, Regulatory Affairs, DMPK, Pharm Sci, and Clinical Science providing leadership and guidance in clinical pharmacology activities. Assists in departmental management through program reviews and collaborative decision-making. Supervises and mentors junior staff providing professional and career development POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES: Provides scientific and strategic leadership as the Clinical Pharmacology Lead for multiple oncology/immuno-oncology programs on Global Program Teams and associated scientific and operational sub-teams. Responsible for drafting and executing clinical pharmacology plans, including integration of M&S, in collaboration with key partner functions (e.g., QS and DMPK). Ensures that M&S plans are fully integrated with the overall clinical pharmacology plans to enable Model-Informed Drug Development (MIDD). Works closely with colleagues in QS to ensure strategic integration of advanced modeling and simulation approaches (e.g., QSP, MBMA) across the development continuum to inform internal decisions and external regulatory interactions. Creates or assists in the preparation of protocol synopses, oversees program execution including protocol conduct, data analysis and reporting. Responsible for clinical pharmacology summary documents (such as IB, CTA, CTD Module 2 documents, product labeling). Oversee and/or independently perform PK/PD analyses including the interpretation of PK/PD data and associated statistical analyses in close partnership with external CRO partners. Maintains a high standard for good clinical practice, compliance and ethics. Mentors junior staff to ensure they value scientific excellence. Represents Clinical Pharmacology in meetings with global regulatory agencies for his/her assigned programs. Participates as a member of Business Development due diligence, when required. EDUCATION, BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS: Sr. Director Level: Ph.D w/ or Pharm D. w/ 16 years or M.S. w/ 18 years or B.S. w/ 16 years of experience in pharmacometrics, clinical pharmacology, pharmacokinetic, or other relevant experience. This position is currently classified as “ hybrid ” in accordance with Takeda’s Hybrid and Remote Work policy. Empowering Our People to Shine Discover more at takedajobs.com No Phone Calls or Recruiters Please. 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: Boston, MA U.S. Base Salary Range: $208,200.00 - $327,140.00 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 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 Job Exempt Yes It 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.

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