Cellular Automation Research Scientist (BOSTON)

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I further attest that all information I submit in my employment application is true to the best of my knowledge.Job DescriptionAt Takeda, we are a forward-looking, world-class R&D organization that unlocks innovation and delivers transformative therapies to patients. By focusing R&D efforts on three therapeutic areas and other targeted investments, we push the boundaries of what is possible to bring life-changing therapies to patients worldwide.Objective / Purpose: The Associate Scientist will play a critical role in advancing cellular lead profiling and iterative Design–Make–Test–Analyze (DMTA) activities across oncology and gastrointestinal disease programs. Operating within fully automated, integrated laboratory systems, this individual will develop and execute robust cell-based assays that generate high-quality, decision-enabling data for small- and large-molecule discovery.

With strong expertise in statistical analysis to assess assay robustness and data quality, the Associate Scientist will ensure rigor, reproducibility, and efficiency across programs. Importantly, this role will play a key part in Takeda’s “Lab of the Future” initiative, driving implementation of highly efficient, AI-integrated DMTA cycles that accelerate innovation and enhance data-driven discovery. This role contributes to critical function delivery:Accelerates Discovery Through Automation & AI Integration: Implements and operates fully automated, end-to-end assay workflows integrated with AI-enabled analytics to increase throughput, reduce variability, and shorten DMTA cycle times.Ensures Data Quality & Scientific Rigor: Applies statistical methodologies to evaluate assay performance (e.g., Z’, variability metrics, curve-fit confidence) and ensure