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About the role
As the Head, Process Data, you will define and execute Takeda's global CMC Data Strategy across Manufacturing Science and Technology (MSAT), enabling a data-driven approach to process development, technology transfer, and manufacturing. You will establish enterprise-wide data standards, governance, and capabilities that ensure high-quality, FAIR, and analysis-ready process data across all modalities while partnering with global stakeholders to shape the future of CMC data management.
How you contribute
Define and execute the global CMC Data Strategy across biologics, plasma, vaccines, and synthetic molecules.
Establish and govern global CMC data standards, including taxonomies, ontologies, metadata frameworks, and enterprise data models.
Act as the Global Business Process Owner (BPO) for CMC data, driving governance, lifecycle management, and data stewardship.
Build and lead a global capability delivering standards, SOPs, governance frameworks, and job aids for MSAT teams.
Enable data-driven manufacturing and technology transfer by ensuring the availability of structured, contextualized, and analysis-ready process data.
Partner closely with DD&T and global MSAT organizations to implement scalable CMC data solutions and business rules.
Drive data quality, integrity, and GxP compliance while promoting continuous improvement and adoption of best practices.
Represent Takeda externally through scientific collaborations, industry forums, and partnerships to help shape the future of CMC data standards.
What you bring to Takeda
Master's or PhD in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related discipline (Chemical or Biochemical Engineering preferred).
Extensive pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry experience with a strong background in CMC development, manufacturing, and data management.
Proven expertise in data modelling, taxonomies, ontologies, metadata frameworks, and data governance.
Experience implementing data integration solutions within regulated GxP environments.
Strong programming and analytical skills, including Python and SQL.
Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional, global initiatives and influence senior stakeholders across functions and geographies.
Passion for innovation, continuous improvement, and leveraging digital technologies to advance manufacturing and process intelligence.
Excellent leadership, communication, and change management skills, with a strong commitment to developing people and driving engagement across global teams.
Zurich, Switzerland
Base Salary Range:
CHF177,400.00 - CHF243,980.00
For information about our benefits, please click here
Employee
Regular
Full time
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