Head of Analytical Data & Statistics

Role: Head of Analytical Data & Statistics leading statistical strategy, standards, and governance within Takeda's R&D organization in Cambridge. Responsibilities: establish analytical standards, oversee data architecture, ensure data integrity, embed analytics into study design, deliver actionable insights, promote data automation and innovation, and develop team capabilities. Collaborates daily with analytical development, quality, regulatory, IT, and manufacturing teams to integrate data-driven decision-making across biopharma programs. Requirements: PhD or Master’s in statistics, biostatistics, data science, or related field; extensive experience in biotech/pharma analytics, preferably in biologics and small molecules; proficiency in R, SAS, Python; deep expertise in experimental design (DoE), statistical modeling, and validation; strong leadership, communication, and strategic skills. High-value: biologics/small molecules, biotechnology R&D, analytical development, GxP compliance, data integrity (ALCOA+), and advanced analytics including AI-assisted methods. Location: hybrid Boston; reporting to senior leadership; no specific travel indicated.