Principal Data Scientist (all genders) (takeda)
Job posting number: #141341 (Ref:R0129885)
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Job Description
Takeda is a global, values-based, R&D-driven biopharmaceutical leader 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 240 years of heritage.
ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- Lead the design, development, and deployment of advanced data science and Artificial Intelligence (AI) solutions to address complex business challenges
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate data-driven insights into business strategies and operations
- Develop best practices and frameworks for AI and data science methodologies and tools
- Drive code quality and consistency processes ensuring high-quality, efficient, and secure AI and data science, while also fostering a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration
- Drive and accelerate Takeda’s community of data scientists culture, accelerating continuous learning and improvement
- Define and implement AI & data science solutions supporting Takeda’s global strategic AI Value Creation program and priorities, enhancing business objectives
- Oversee and drive the lifecycle of data science and AI projects and products, ensuring successful and timely delivery JOB IS FROM: italents.netVIEW
- Establish, drive and manage Model Registry Framework
- Drive Model & Machine Learning Operations (MML Ops) automation
- Partner with various business units to identify and capitalize on opportunities for data-driven decision-making
- Present data-driven insights and strategic recommendations to senior management and key stakeholders
- Stay abreast of industry advancements and incorporate best practices and new technologies into data science processes.
- Ensure the accuracy, reliability, and ethical standards of data science and model outputs, execute respective code reviews
- Trains and mentors new or junior team members
- Uphold and enforce data governance policies, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
Technical/Functional (Line) Expertise
- Strong expertise and experience in Generative AI (GenAI) / AI /Machine Learning algorithms, respective programming knowledge
- Strong expertise in GenAI/AI/ML best practices, e.g. code review
- Capabilities to translate business needs into data analytics concepts and the other way
- Hands-on, able to implement and execute data science initiatives, analysis, machine learning
- Agile project management skills
Leadership
- A firm grasp of industry, scientific and digital, artificial intelligence, machine learning and data science trends and market conditions, to develop solutions enhance compliance and quality of life for patients
- Role requires business partnership interface providing linking and influencing cross-functional stakeholder
- Influence best in class AI and data science culture, develop and elevate organizational performance
Decision-making and Autonomy
- Individual contributor role
- DOA in line with TMAP
Education / Experience:
- Advanced degree required e.g. in Data Science, Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Economics or similar, Masters' and PHD preferred
- For a Master's or a PhD, it is expected to have a minimum of 6 years of AI/Machine Learning/ Data Science experience in technology companies, Life Sciences, Pharma, Biotech, or relevant regulated industries (banking, insurance etc.). Minimum 8 years of production level experience after bachelor's degree.
- Advanced Machine Learning (ML) & Deep Learning (DL): Expertise in ML/DL algorithms, frameworks, and generative models
- Natural Language Processing (NLP) & GenAI: Proficiency in NLP techniques and state-of-the-art models for GenAI applications.
- Programming & Data Engineering: Strong coding skills in Python and R, data preprocessing, ETL, and handling big data with tools
- Cloud Computing & MML/MLOps: Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure), containerization, model deployment, and MML/ MLOps practices, frameworks and automation
- Software Development & Ethics in AI: Proficient in software development best practices, version control (Git), algorithm optimization, and understanding of AI ethics and bias mitigation.
- Analytical Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, focused on delivering actionable business solutions
- Excellent presentation and communication skills with ability to tell a story in a clear and concise manner to technical and non-technical audiences
- Skilled in agile product development
- Fluent in English
Behaviors:
- Strategic enterprise thinking, finding innovative ways to serve patients build reputation and trust
- Creating a diverse, equate and inclusive environment that inspires and enables people
- Focusing on the few priorities and provide superior results
- Elevating capabilities for now and the future
This role requires onsite/hybrid presence and cannot be performed as remote only role.
Takeda Compensation and Benefits Summary
We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. We are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices.
For Location:
Cambridge, MAU.S. Base Salary Range:
$133,000.00 - $209,000.00The 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 employees may be eligible for short-term and/ or long-term incentives. 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.
EEO Statement
Takeda is proud in its commitment to creating a diverse workforce and providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, genetic information or characteristics, marital status, status as a Vietnam era veteran, special disabled veteran, or other protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws, and any other characteristic protected by law.