Takeda · 3 months ago
Head of Global Research Quality (Sr Director)
Boston, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$208K/yr - $327K/yr
12+ years expTakeda is a biopharmaceutical company seeking a Head of Global Research Quality. This role involves leading the Research Quality organization, defining and executing the global strategic vision, and ensuring compliance and integrity in non-clinical research activities.
BiotechnologyHealth CareManufacturingMedicalPharmaceutical
Responsibilities
Establish and implement a comprehensive global strategic vision for Research Quality, ensuring sustained and impactful contributions to the enterprise. Align this vision with the overarching goals of Research and R&D Quality leadership
Design oversight strategies and effectively deploy resources to mitigate compliance risks for Research non-clinical studies conducted externally in non-OECD Mutual Acceptance of Data system countries
Cultivate influential relationships with key stakeholders to maintain an in-depth understanding of R&D and Research strategies. Leverage this insight to proactively anticipate and address impacts on Research Quality, driving business growth and success
Direct the Research Quality function in designing, implementing, and refining processes that ensure Takeda’s non-clinical Research activities are conducted with the highest integrity and compliance with Takeda standards and global regulatory requirements
Architect strategies to foster a culture of continuous improvement, leading initiatives across internal stakeholder groups to uphold quality, compliance, and data integrity throughout Research programs and projects
Spearhead digital transformation and the adoption of cutting-edge science and technology to support data-driven processes and decision-making within Research Quality
Mentor and empower direct and indirect reports across Research Quality, promoting personal development and driving high-performance teams
Develop and sustain collaborative relationships with Research leaders to facilitate productive discussions and align strategies and priorities
Provide strategic oversight to enhance capabilities, mechanisms, and processes for proactive quality risk management across the global Research organization’s activities and programs
Maintain and expand knowledge of global regulatory requirements and trends, identifying gaps and implementing solutions to position Takeda at the forefront of industry expectations
Implement strategies for the ongoing development and success of Research Quality, including talent development, succession planning, resource allocation, and budget management, aligning initiatives with R&D Quality and Global Quality
Offer strategic input to the R&D Quality Leadership team on key goals, initiatives, resource planning, and budgetary considerations, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives
Drive strategic alignment and successful achievement of shared goals through collaboration with other functions in R&D Quality and Global Quality
Identify areas of risk and improvement, presenting solutions to address these challenges effectively
Undertake additional duties as assigned, contributing to the overall success of the organization
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Biology, Engineering or related field
12+ years of increasing responsibility and experience in the biopharma/biotech industry
8+ years of Quality/Compliance experience
Prior management experience
Preferred
Advanced degree in Chemistry, Biology, Engineering or related field
Experience working in biopharmaceutical research
Benefits
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.
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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