Job Description
About the Role
The Senior Specialist, R&D Lab Operations is part of the R&D Lab Operations team, reports to the Head of Lab Operations, and is responsible for supporting and coordinating the oversight of critical lab operations, including buffer/media preparation, equipment preparation and temperature-controlled environments such as cold rooms, freezers and incubators. This role ensures the smooth execution of day-to-day laboratory infrastructure processes delivered by external partners (e.g., ISS under the IFM program), aligning them with Takeda's internal compliance, quality, and safety standards.
How you will contribute:
- Plan and oversee buffer/media preparation workflows across R&D functions, ensuring IFM partners execute work effectively while maintaining operational continuity and compliance.
- Oversee lab infrastructure operations, ensuring equipment is maintained and calibrated. Ensure PCS and CIP systems are adequately serviced by coordinating with technical specialists.
- Monitor and ensure optimal performance of cold rooms, freezers, and incubators, focusing on temperature control and calibration.
- Develop, maintain, and ensure adherence to SOPs aligned with internal and external standards.
- Enforce safety protocols for hazardous chemical handling and ensure legal compliance.
- Conduct inspections and validate service delivery by IFM partners.
- Manage and optimize KPIs to ensure performance, drive continuous improvement, and minimize inefficiencies.
Skills and qualifications:
- HTL diploma in biotechnology or related field with 7+ years of experience, or a Bachelor's degree (or higher) with 5+ years of relevant experience.
- Proven expertise in lab operations, infrastructure management, EHS compliance, and SOP development.
- Strong understanding of automated systems, particularly PCS, and the ability to effectively coordinate with technical support to address system maintenance and issues.
- Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage diverse stakeholders.
- Fluent in German and business proficiency in English, with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strategic mindset with strong problem-solving and prioritization skills, while remaining collaborative, proactive, and adaptable in a global, fast-paced environment.
- Familiarity with process automation tools such as Power Platform is an advantage
What we offer you:
A competitive remuneration package with a minimum salary of € 4.270,14 gross per month (full-time, collective wage agreement for the chemical industry) - the actual salary is higher and depends on your professional experience and qualifications.
- Family-friendly company environment; support with parental leave, dad month, Bilingual company kindergarten
- Work@home depending on the position / department
- Commuting allowance or parking space (tax applicable)
- Comprehensive training programs
- In-house job rotation program
- In-house Canteen with discounts or meal vouchers
- Works council (events, festivals, shopping vouchers, etc.)
- Employee Referral Program
- Employee Recognition Program
- Takeda Resource Groups
- Medical checkups
- Free vaccination program
- Fitness Center in I67
- Employee discounts
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Group accident insurance
More About Us:
Takeda is a patient-focused, values-based, R&D-driven global biopharmaceutical company committed to bringing Better Health and a Brighter Future to people worldwide. Our passion and pursuit of potentially life-changing treatments for patients are deeply rooted in over 230 years of distinguished history in Japan.
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.
Make History, Change Futures.
For over 240 years, Takeda's propensity to evolve has driven the next generation of innovation. Today, the organization spans the globe-colleagues across business units and functions face challenges head-on to deliver on our vision. The omnipresent patient focus instills pride in personal contributions.
How we will support you:
Takeda is proud of its commitment to create a diverse workforce and to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, genetic information or characteristics, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you are living with disabilities, chronic illness, or neurodiversity, please feel free to let us know so that we can provide you with appropriate support during the application process.
Locations
AUT - Wien - DC Tower
Worker Type
Employee
Worker Sub-Type
Regular
Time Type
Full time
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.
-
Retirement Support — Retirement funding includes a dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match with immediate vesting and an additional age- and service-based company contribution, plus access to an employee stock purchase plan. These features materially expand total compensation beyond base pay.
-
Parental & Family Support — Family support includes fully paid bonding leave for all parents, reimbursed adoption/surrogacy and doula expenses via Maven, and breast-milk shipping for work travel. Backup child, adult, and elder care through Bright Horizons further strengthens caregiving support.
-
Healthcare Strength — Medical coverage offers nationwide PPO and HSA-PPO options with preventive care covered, alongside regional HMO choices where applicable and integrated pharmacy benefits. Round-the-clock assistance and virtual behavioral health access complement the core medical plans.
Takeda Insights
Similar Jobs
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.
Gallery
