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Job DescriptionAbout the role
As Head of Process Data, you will define and lead Takeda's global CMC Data Strategy within MSAT, enabling the next generation of data-driven manufacturing and technology transfer across biologics, plasma, vaccines, and synthetic molecules. You will serve as the global business process owner for CMC data, driving harmonized data standards, governance, and digital capabilities that support operational excellence and accelerate scientific innovation. This is a highly visible leadership role at the intersection of manufacturing, data science, and digital transformation.
How you contribute
Define and govern global CMC data standards, including taxonomies, ontologies, metadata frameworks, and data models across all modalities.
Establish and lead the global CMC Data Model to ensure consistency across manufacturing sites, functions, and technologies.
Build and oversee global CMC data governance frameworks, including stewardship, ownership, and data quality standards.
Enable data-driven manufacturing and technology transfer by ensuring access to structured, FAIR, and analysis-ready process data.
Partner closely with Digital, Data & Technology (DD&T) and local MSAT teams to implement business rules and scalable digital solutions.
Drive CMC data quality, integrity, and GxP compliance across the global manufacturing network.
Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing global team of process data experts while fostering capability building across the wider CMC data community.
Represent Takeda externally in scientific and industry forums, helping shape the future of CMC data standards and digital manufacturing practices.
What you bring to Takeda
Advanced degree (Master's or PhD) in a STEM discipline such as Chemical Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, Data Science, Life Sciences, or a related field.
Minimum of 10 years of experience within the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry, with significant exposure to CMC development or manufacturing environments.
Demonstrated expertise in data modelling, taxonomies, ontologies, and governance frameworks applied to pharmaceutical process data.
Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, process data flows, and integration of data across complex global organizations.
Experience working with FAIR data principles and modern data platforms such as OSI PI, Databricks, AWS, or equivalent technologies.
Proven track record leading cross-functional and geographically dispersed teams while influencing senior stakeholders and technical experts.
Strong knowledge of data integrity requirements and GxP-compliant data environments.
Programming experience in Python and SQL, combined with high learning agility, curiosity, and a passion for innovation and digital transformation.
Excellent leadership, communication, and change management skills, with a strong commitment to developing people and driving engagement across global teams.
Base Salary Range:
CHF177,400.00 - CHF243,980.00The 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.
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Worker TypeEmployeeWorker Sub-TypeRegularTime TypeFull timeSkills Required
- Master’s degree or PhD in a STEM discipline such as Chemical Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, Data Science, Life Sciences, or a related field
- At least 10 years of experience in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry
- Significant experience with CMC development or manufacturing environments
- Expertise in data modeling, taxonomies, ontologies, and governance frameworks for pharmaceutical process data
- Understanding of manufacturing processes, process data flows, and data integration across global organizations
- Experience with FAIR data principles and platforms such as OSI PI, Databricks, AWS, or equivalent
- Experience leading cross-functional and geographically dispersed teams and influencing senior stakeholders
- Knowledge of data integrity requirements and GxP-compliant data environments
- Programming experience in Python and SQL
- Leadership, communication, change management, and people-development skills
Takeda Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Takeda and has not been reviewed or approved by Takeda.
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Retirement Support — Employer-funded retirement is described as notably strong, combining a dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match with an additional company contribution that scales with age and service. Access to an employee stock purchase plan further supports long-term wealth building.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid bonding leave for all parents, substantial adoption/surrogacy reimbursement, and robust caregiver resources (backup care and Maven family-forming support) are emphasized as core strengths. These offerings create a comprehensive safety net for a range of family situations.
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Healthcare Strength — Multiple medical plan options (nationwide PPO/HSA and regional HMOs), employer HSA funding, and integrated mental-health and well-being programs signal depth in coverage. Preventive care is covered in-network, and plan choices by state expand access.
Takeda Insights
What We Do
For over 240 years, Takeda’s propensity to evolve has driven the next generation of innovation, and as a future-focused organization, we’re continuing to drive forward with endurance in our steadfast pursuit to achieve the best outcomes for our patients in a rapidly changing world. We have been preparing for this period of value creation by investing in data, digital and technology, and we’re proud of our employees and their commitment to turning groundbreaking ideas into life-changing impacts. Since our founding in Japan, integrity and putting patients first have been at the heart of our identity, and we will emerge ready for our future as one of the most trusted and science-driven digital biopharmaceutical companies. Join a team where your innovation impacts lives. Together, we’ll realize improved outcomes by improving data quality, enhancing launch execution and improving the patient journey. You’ll play a critical role in accelerating data collection and increasing accuracy across all parts of the business. Patients across the globe will benefit from access to treatments afforded by greater opportunities and efficiency in our research and development.
Why Work With Us
We connect to our history and Japanese heritage through everything we do to bring our purpose, values, vision, and imperatives to life. We are committed to bringing better health and a brighter future to patients. Being a part of Takeda means having the opportunity to be a part of something bigger than yourself.
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