Research Scientific Associate Director, Clinical Imaging

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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 Research Scientific Associate Director, Clinical Imaging 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 OBJECTIVES:

The Research Associate Director (RASD) Clinical Imaging works closely with Clinical Imaging Therapeutic area imaging leads to provide a seamless interface between the Clinical Imaging team and Takeda program teams for clinical trials across all therapeutic areas. Furthermore:

• Provides technical and strategic advice to programs seeking to employ imaging biomarkers
• Leads the implementation of imaging techniques to support business decisions for the Takeda portfolio
• Manages development and implementation of governance and performance based metrics for critical imaging vendor partners supporting clinical trial efforts of Takeda
• Contributes to building and maintaining a global external Imaging network for Takeda
• Serves as a point of contact to the network of Imaging CROs, Academic Imaging Centers, and Image Archive & Analysis vendors leveraged by Clinical Imaging team in support of clinical study work.

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Subject matter expert in imaging modalities (PET, MRI, CT, etc.) who understands the complexities of implementing imaging biomarker endpoints into clinical trials; able to communicate progress of imaging biomarker studies to project teams; able to work with Clinical Imaging leads on execution of imaging biomarker studies, or implementation of imaging endpoints into clinical studies.
• Represents Imaging on cross-functional Study Execution Teams (SETs), Vendor study teams, and Clinical Sub-Teams (CSTs) to support imaging strategies and implementation plans.
• Work closely with Clinical Operations to implement imaging-specific component of research protocols including document preparation, review, and approval.
• In conjunction with Takeda Procurement, Legal and Clinical Operations, manage and actively provide support for governance documents (e.g. CDAs, consultancy agreements with Imaging KOLs, MSAs for imaging CROs and other imaging-related vendors) to ensure timely availability of their services for clinical trials.
• Provide high level costing estimates for Imaging related trial execution to Imaging leads and Takeda Clinical.
• Assist Procurement with technically accurate descriptions of requested clinical imaging services and timelines in RFPs and SOWs generated for imaging CROs and provide subsequent review of submitted budget proposals as necessary.
• Ensures the proper implementation of imaging in clinical trials by input into study imaging-specific trial documents, and by oversight of imaging conduct and imaging deliverables.
• Enables the conduct of imaging clinical studies across technological platforms and geographies.
• Maintains a scientific profile in the broader community via participation in relevant conferences, consortia and scientific disclosures.

EDUCATION, BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS:

• PhD degree in a scientific discipline with 6+ years experience, or MS with 12+ years experience, or BS with 14+ years experience.
• Completion of formal training as Image Technologist or related field (e.g. Nuclear Medicine, Radiologic Technology, Ultrasound, or MRI) preferred.
• Experience in drug development and/or design and implementation of imaging in clinical trials.
• Pragmatism to apply innovative imaging technologies in a “fit for purpose” manner in the drug development process.
• Must have excellent project management and organizational skills.
• Agility and ability to respond quickly to changing situations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal skills, including presentational capabilities and ability to work effectively with people from diverse backgrounds and expertise.

This position is currently classified as “ hybrid” in accordance with Takeda’s Hybrid and Remote Work policy.

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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:

$153,600.00 - $241,340.00

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

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Locations

Boston, MA

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time

Job Exempt

Yes

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