Head of Biologics Engineering & Next-Generation Platform Innovation
Takeda
October 2, 2026
Full-time
On-site
Boston, MA
$333,190 - $333,190 USD yearly
Clinical Research and Development
Role: Senior scientific leader as Head of Biologics Engineering & Next-Generation Platform Innovation, responsible for defining and executing strategies for advanced biologics beyond monoclonal antibodies. Responsibilities: establish vision and portfolio for innovative modalities (multispecific, conditionally active), direct programs from discovery through IND, develop a scalable multispecific biologics platform integrating AI and automation, and build a high-performing team. Requirements: Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent in relevant fields; extensive leadership in biologics discovery and development; expertise in biologics engineering, antibody therapeutics, multispecific formats, and computational biology; proven success in advancing pipeline assets from discovery to IND. High-Value: focus on next-generation biologics, multispecifics, AI-enabled design, translational science, and platform building; location in Boston, MA; full-time, exempt role with a salary range of $212K to $333K. Collaboration: partner with external and internal AI, scientific, clinical, CMC, and regulatory teams. Work setup: based in Boston with a focus on innovation in biologics discovery, engineering, and translational science to create transformative medicines.