Takeda · 4 days ago
Head of Data and AI Enablement, R&D DD&T (Vice President)
Boston, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$256K/yr - $402K/yr
18+ years expTakeda Pharmaceuticals is seeking a strategic executive leader to join the R&D Digital, Data & Technology (DD&T) leadership team as Vice President, Data & AI Enablement. This pivotal role will define and drive Takeda’s R&D DD&T AI and data strategy, focusing on transformative AI and digital technologies while building a high-performing team to ensure operational excellence and scientific innovation.
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Responsibilities
Develop and deliver a bold multi-year roadmap for AI and data enablement within R&D DDT, ensuring alignment with Takeda’s business priorities
Lead the adoption of generative AI, large language models, and advanced analytics to address complex scientific and operational challenges
Serve as a trusted advisor and strategic partner to senior leaders across R&D, clinical, regulatory, and commercial functions
Inspire alignment and engagement around the DDT transformation agenda, translating complex technical concepts into actionable strategies that support Takeda’s broader R&D objectives
Provide expert guidance and oversight for the design, development, and deployment of advanced AI, machine learning, and data platforms
Ensure technical excellence and operational reliability in all digital and AI initiatives, setting the standard for innovation and delivery within Takeda’s R&D DDT organization
Champion the integration of emerging technologies, ensuring operational reliability, scalability, and continuous improvement
Build, lead, and mentor a world-class team of data scientists, AI engineers, software developers, and domain experts
Establish a collaborative, high-performance culture that attracts and develops top talent, enabling the team to deliver on ambitious goals and drive sustained success
Oversee the implementation and scaling of emerging technologies, ensuring robust delivery and integration into research, clinical, and regulatory domains
Drive operational efficiency, reliability, and compliance in all AI and digital initiatives
Accountability for defining or providing measurable and significant input into and operational direction and strategy for R&D, as well as for successfully integrating these activities with those within Takeda overall
Lead the development of secure, scalable data platforms that enable seamless access, integration, and thorough utilization of Takeda’s R&D data assets
Champion the use and reuse of data as a strategic currency to drive scientific discovery, accelerate innovation, and unlock new insights across research and clinical domains
Empower teams to leverage AI-powered analytics for deep exploration, hypothesis generation, and evidence-based decision-making, ensuring data is actively harnessed to advance Takeda’s scientific and therapeutic ambitions
Ensure all data and AI initiatives within R&D DDT adhere to global regulatory standards (e.g., HIPAA, GxP), ethical guidelines, and Takeda’s commitment to patient privacy and data integrity
Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the impact of AI, data, and digital initiatives
Ensure accountability for delivering measurable business value and continuous improvement
Represent Takeda as a thought leader in the external community
Build strategic partnerships with technology vendors, academic institutions, and industry consortia
Present at key conferences and contribute to advancing Takeda’s reputation in AI and digital innovation
Qualification
Required
PhD or equivalent in Data Science, Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Engineering, Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, or related discipline
18+ years of progressive leadership in digital, data, technology, or R&D roles within global pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or healthcare organizations
Proven track record of delivering enterprise-scale AI and digital solutions in large, regulated environments
Demonstrated success in building and scaling high-performing teams from inception
Experience leading large, diverse, and geographically distributed teams in matrixed organizations
Deep expertise in emerging technologies (LLMs, generative AI, NLP, advanced analytics) and their application to drug discovery, clinical development, and regulatory science
Strategic thinker with a focus on operational excellence, talent development, and inclusive leadership
Ability to inspire, influence, and align senior leaders across functions and geographies
Strong executive presence, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Results-driven, pragmatic, and resilient
Commitment to Takeda's values and mission to improve patient lives
High integrity and adaptability in a complex, fast-paced environment
Preferred
MBA or advanced business training preferred
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision insurance
401(k) plan and company match
Short-term and long-term disability coverage
Basic life insurance
Tuition reimbursement program
Paid volunteer time off
Company holidays
Well-being benefits
Up to 80 hours of sick time
Up to 120 hours of paid vacation
Company
Takeda
Takeda is a biopharmaceutical company that researches and develops pharmaceutical drugs.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2.46B2025-06-27Post Ipo Debt· $2.4B
2016-09-01Grant· $19.8M
2016-05-08Grant· $38M
Leadership Team
Christophe Weber
President and CEO
Schuyler Fairfield
Senior Vice President, Global Head of Supply Chain
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