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Objective / Purpose:
At Takeda, everything we do begins with our commitment to putting patients first. As a Director, Technology Business Partner for Global Development Operations, you will play a key leadership role in advancing our R&D digital transformation journey. This position is responsible for shaping and delivering strategic technology solutions that support clinical trial operations, enhance data quality, and accelerate drug development all while upholding Takedas core values: Patient, Trust, Reputation, and Business.
You will serve as a strategic advisor and thought partner to Global Development leaders, aligning innovative digital capabilities with business objectives to improve patient outcomes and operational efficiency across the development lifecycle.
Accountabilities:
Champion Takedas patient-first philosophy by delivering technology solutions that improve the speed, quality, and accessibility of clinical trials.
Lead the development and execution of a comprehensive digital and technology strategy for Global Development Operations, including Clinical Development Operations, Clinical Data Strategy & Operations, Clinical Supply, Clinical Site Startup & Engagement, and related functions.
Act as the primary liaison between RDDT and business stakeholders, fostering trust and collaboration across global, cross-functional teams.
Guide the selection, implementation, and optimization of key clinical systems (e.g., CTMS, EDC/CDMS, IRT, eTMF, clinical analytics), ensuring scalability, interoperability, and compliance with global regulations (e.g., GxP, 21 CFR Part 11).
Identify and evaluate emerging technologies such as decentralized clinical trials, AI/ML applications, and digital health tools, aligning them with Takedas innovation priorities and ethical standards.
Provide executive-level governance and oversight for digital initiatives, ensuring projects are delivered on time, on budget, and with measurable business value.
Drive a culture of transparency, integrity, and continuous improvement across all technology engagements.
Represent GDO in strategic planning, investment prioritization, and global technology governance forums.
Responsible for stakeholder management, driving cross-functional collaboration and communication to ensure smooth project/product delivery and alignment with stakeholder expectations.
Oversees project budgets, resource allocation, and timelines to ensure timely delivery of projects within budget and in adherence to quality standards.
Manage technology budget for GDO, including Budget Planning and Tracking
Serve as Single Point of Contact for addressing GDO technology needs, inclusive of services and support
Participate in Development Technology leadership team meetings
Provide regular updates on planned initiatives and reports on GDO projects.
Works hand-in-hand with GDDT on ensuring GDO demand is met using standardized, fit-for-purpose Technology and Procedures
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Education & Competencies (Technical and Behavioral):
Required:
Bachelors degree in Life Sciences, Information Technology, or related field (advanced degree preferred).
12+ years of experience in pharmaceutical clinical development, with at least 5 years in a senior IT, digital strategy, or business partner leadership role.
Proven track record in delivering enterprise-scale clinical technologies and digital solutions in a GxP-regulated environment.
Deep knowledge of the clinical development lifecycle and its supporting technologies, with a commitment to ethical and patient-centered innovation.
Strong strategic planning, stakeholder engagement, and change leadership skills.
Ability to work effectively in a highly matrixed, global organization and navigate cross-functional decision-making with clarity and integrity.
Experience managing external partners, vendors, and multi-year digital portfolios.
Preferred:
Masters degree in Information Technology, Business or a related field.
Technical Competencies:
Knowledge of current industry trends and emerging technologies within the R&D Pharmaceutical and Pharmaceutical Sciences sectors.
Knowledge of principles and methods for defining and structuring field-relevant topics, including the ability to adapt research methods to the appropriate domain.
Knowledge of project management principles and methodologies with a proven track record in delivering complex technology projects.
Understanding of regulatory standards within the industry.
Behavioral Competencies:
Ability to thrive in a dynamic environment.
Executive level stakeholder management and communication skills
Demonstrated problem-solving skills, with the ability to work effectively under pressure and adapt to changing priorities.
Ability to understand customer and/or partner needs through dialogue before recommending solutions.
Takeda Compensation and Benefits Summary
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For Location:
Boston, MAU.S. Base Salary Range:
$174,500.00 - $274,230.00The 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. The actual base salary offered will be in accordance with state or local minimum wage requirements for the job location.
U.S. based e mployee s may be eligible for s hort - t erm and/ or l ong- t erm incentive s . U.S. based employees may be eligible to participate in medical, dental, vision insurance, a 401(k) plan and company match, short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, a tuition reimbursement program, paid volunteer time off, company holidays, and well-being benefits, among others. U.S. based employees are also eligible to receive, per calendar year, up to 80 hours of sick time, and new hires are eligible to accrue up to 120 hours of paid vacation.
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