Senior Stability Specialist
Lexington, MassachusettsAt Takeda, Quality has always been a priority for us, throughout our long history. Today, what we do in Global Quality touches every part of our diverse organization. It’s reflected in our end-to-end Quality Management System that encompasses R&D, Manufacturing & Distribution, Commercial, Vaccines and our BioLife Plasma collection network. When you’re a part of our team, you’ll do meaningful work that makes an impact on the lives of patients. Learn more about us and explore the opportunities to build a remarkable career.
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Job Description
About the Role:
You will oversee project management of stability studies for Drug Products, Drug Substances, and Intermediates and associated Data Evaluations and Documentation. This is a hybrid role that will report to the Head of Analytical Services, OESSM.
How you will contribute:
- Management of stability studies for assigned products, and generation of stability protocols and reports (e.g. final reports, PQRs, annual reports, SOPs)
- Author and review of stability sections for regulatory submissions. Write and review of responses for health authority requests and communication with regional authorities
- Statistical analysis and evaluation of stability data (e.g. Shelf Life or Internal Alert Limit determination)
- Subject matter expert for stability during audits and inspections
- Evaluation of transport temperature excursions
- Performing change request assessments with regard to stability
- Implementation of Global Standards and Processes for Stability Study Management and Continuous Improvement Projects
- Coordination and Management of stability activities at external contract organizations (CMO, CTL, CRO) including procurement activities
- Other Responsibilities and Projects as assigned.
- Setting up stability studies according to guidelines, regulations and internal procedures. Changes that could directly affect a license or development/ submission strategy
- Stability OOS/OOT investigation ownership, assuring timely investigation progress and initial escalation, if applicable, defining and leading of investigation teams
- Subject matter expert for stability during audits Presentation of product stability program or stability investigations Stability systems related topics
- Feasibility assessment, extension of existing studies and (risk based) analysis of stability data Implementation decision, change control ownership and operational implementation
Minimum Requirements/Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in Science or Engineering
- Experience in GMP regulations and compliance requirements
- Knowledge and ability to author stability CMC sections and regulatory responses
- Experience with quality systems (investigations, CAPAs, change controls)
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 company match of charitable contributions
- Family Planning Support
- Professional training and development opportunities
- Tuition reimbursement
Important Considerations
At Takeda, our patients rely on us to create quality products and we aim to create a safe environment for our team members. As a result, we must follow strict rules in our manufacturing facilities to ensure we are not endangering the quality of the product or putting anyone at the site in harm's way. In this role, you may:
- Work in a controlled environment requiring special gowning and wear protective clothing over the head, face, hands, feet and body. This may include additional hearing protection for loud areas.
- Need to remove all make-up, jewelry, contact lenses, nail polish and/or artificial fingernails while in the manufacturing environment.
- Work in a cold, wet environment.
- Work multiple shifts, including weekends, or be asked to work supplemental hours, as necessary.
- Work around chemicals such as alcohol, acids, buffers and Celite that may require respiratory protection.
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.
This posting excludes Colorado applicants.
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