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Job Description

The Bioanalytical and Biomarker Science and Technologies team oversees the development, validation, the implementation of, and the management of clinical data from bioanalytical/biomarker assays for Takeda's clinical trials. We work closely with the TAU translational teams and data management to help design and support the implementation of translational strategies for clinical trials at all stages of clinical development.

Candidate will work with Takeda SMEs in the laboratory on assessing the feasibility and development of flow cytometry panels that will be used to support external assay development. Flow cytometry panels are frequently used in Oncology and GI programs as biomarkers for monitoring different cell populations in response to therapeutic intervention. Flow cytometry panel marker sets are typically unique for each drug development program but panels often share common markers to monitor routinely evaluated cell types. Rather than developing custom assays for each program an approach to improve efficiency is to maintain a set of common base panels into which unique, program-specific markers can be inserted.

The goal of the project for this internship would be working with Takeda SMEs to

Develop and evaluate a set of base panels for subsequent use in clinical trail bioanalysisUnder BST Flow Cytometry SME supervision, the candidate will be responsible for assisting withThe design and implementation of flow cytometry assay development plans and flow cytometry lab activities including (preparation and handling of samples, preparation of solutions/buffers, maintenance of instruments, running samples on the flow cytometers)The recording and the analysis of results from daily experiments The presentation of results to the flow cytometry team for evaluation.

Job Requirements:

This position will be Fully Onsite and require 4+ days in the Cambridge office per week.Must be pursuing a Doctoral or Master’s degreeLab experience required (1+ year)Flow cytometry/ligand binding/IHC experience a plusUnderstanding of immunology and cell biologyWillingness to work with blood and/or blood products.Basic understanding of computer skills including MS Office (PowerPoint, Words, Excel)Internet skills including use of e-mails, group messaging and information gatheringHighly reliable and a strong team playerFlexible with an attention to detailStrong verbal and written communication skills

Internship Eligibility

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. on a permanent basis without requiring sponsorshipMust be currently enrolled in a degree program graduating December 2025 or laterThe internship program is 10-12 weeks depending on the two start dates (June 2nd- August 22nd) or (June 16th - August 29th)The intern must be able to commit to one of these time framesAble to work full time 40 hours a week during internship datesTakeda does not provide a housing stipend or relocation support for the U.S Summer Internship Program

 Program Highlights:

Hands-on experience with real projects and responsibilitiesDedicated mentorship program pairing interns with experienced professionalsNetworking opportunities with industry professionals and fellow internsInternship events focused on professional and skills developmentExposure to multiple business areas or departments within a Pharmaceutical Organization

Applications will be accepted between January 6th and January 31st

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:

Boston, MA

U.S. Hourly Wage Range:

$12.50 - $19.57

The estimated hourly wage range reflects an anticipated range for this position. The actual hourly wage 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 hourly wage 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 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.

LocationsBoston, MA

Worker TypeEmployee

Worker Sub-TypePaid Intern (Fixed Term) (Trainee)

Time TypeFull time

Job Exempt

No