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Job DescriptionPursuant to Section 20 C.F.R. 656.10, you are hereby notified that an application for Alien Employment Certification will be filed by Takeda Development Center Americas, Inc. for the following job opportunity:
JOB LOCATION: Cambridge, MA
POSITION: Senior Research Associate
POSITION DESCRIPTION: Takeda Development Center Americas, Inc. is seeking a Senior Research Associate with the following duties: execute routine experiments to support analytical development including sample preparation, equipment setup, and acquire data per SOPs; assist in planning basic experiments (e.g., Stress stability studies) with supervisor guidance, documenting objectives, methods and system suitability criteria; interpret results (e.g. purity, assay performance, trends) with limited input; summarize findings and identify deviations; operate and maintain proficiency on instrument/operation (e.g., HPLC/UPLC, GC-FID, UV-Vis, pH, centrifugation), including calibration checks and basic maintenance; maintain high-quality lab notebook documentation consistent with GDP expectations; ensure date integrity and traceability; identify, troubleshoot, and communicate routine technical issues (instrument errors, sample anomalies, out-of-spec observations) and escalate when needed; collaborate with departmental peers to coordinate workloads, share best practices, and deliver assignments on schedule; complete all required EHS compliance, and role-specific training in timely manner. Up to 20% remote work allowed.
Estimated salary range reflects expected pay for this role. Actual base salary depends on the applicant’s qualifications, experience, skills, education, certifications, & work location, & will comply with all applicable minimum‑wage laws. U.S. employees may be eligible for medical, dental, & vision insurance, 401(k), paid time off, sick leave, company holidays, incentive compensation programs, & other benefits offered under company policies.
REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or related field, plus 1 year of relevant work experience. Prior experience must include: plan routine analytical experiments following technical protocols to quantify, analyze small molecules and large molecule compounds; independently operate instruments (HPLC/UPLC) for analysis of samples; prepare accurate pipetting and solution preparation (dilutions, concentrations); interpret results (e.g., purity, assay performance, trends) and communicate findings and out-of-spec observations; perform chemical handing, labeling, segregation, spill response and proper disposal activities following lab safety procedures; collaborate with cross-functional teams to test automation tools/workflows in the lab and provide user feedback.
Full time. $77,002 to $91,740 per year.
Qualified applicants can apply at https://jobs.takeda.com. Please reference job #R0190550. EOE
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LocationsBoston, MAWorker TypeEmployeeWorker Sub-TypeRegularTime TypeFull timeSkills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or a related field
- At least 1 year of relevant work experience
- Experience planning routine analytical experiments using technical protocols to quantify and analyze small- and large-molecule compounds
- Independent experience operating HPLC or UPLC instruments for sample analysis
- Experience with accurate pipetting and solution preparation, including dilutions and concentrations
- Experience interpreting purity, assay performance, and trend results and communicating findings and out-of-specification observations
- Experience with chemical handling, labeling, segregation, spill response, and proper disposal following laboratory safety procedures
- Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams to test laboratory automation tools or workflows and provide user feedback
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