Director, R&D Data, Digital, and Technology (DD&T) Strategy Lead

Director, R&D Data, Digital, and Technology (DD&T) Strategy Lead

Join Takeda as a Director, R&D Data, Digital, and Technology (DD&T) Strategy Lead .

Base Pay Range

$174,500.00 / yr – $274,230.00 / yr

Job Description

The R&D Data, Digital, and Technology (R&D DD&T) organization delivers cutting‑edge technologies, data analytics, digital tools, and AI to accelerate the discovery, development, and delivery of innovative therapies to patients.

The Director, R&D DD&T Strategy Lead reports to the Head of Strategy & Operations for R&D DD&T and will develop and drive R&D DD&T strategic priorities. Working with senior leaders, you will identify and frame important topics, conduct rigorous assessments that inform leadership decision‑making, develop, refine and lead R&D DD&T strategic initiatives, and help evolve and establish capabilities needed for R&D DD&T to be successful. This role tackles complex and often ambiguous questions in a rapidly changing R&D and technology external environment.

How you will contribute

• Partner with R&D DD&T Senior Leadership to identify high‑value strategic imperatives
• Lead the framing, assessment, and recommendation of key initiatives in collaboration with executive leaders across R&D and DD&T
• Lead cross‑functional teams to define and execute critical strategic initiatives that support R&D DD&T business objectives and operational excellence
• Provide strategic guidance and support to senior leadership on key business decisions
• Apply a strong business mindset to drive strategic decision making
• Represent R&D DD&T in R&D and enterprise strategic initiatives
• Develop fact‑bases using internal and external data sets to support leadership decision making
• Ensure effective communication and alignment with internal and external stakeholders

Education & Competencies

Education and Industry Experience

Technical Skills

Behavioral Competencies

Location

Boston, MA (Hybrid)

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.

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.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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