Executive Director, AIRx Program Lead
TakedaBoston, Massachusetts, United States • Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States
Posted May 12, 2026
212000 - 333190 USD
Full Time
About the Company
We strive to transform lives. While the science we advance is constantly evolving, our core purpose is enduring. For more than two centuries, our values have guided us to do what’s right for patients and for society. We know that changing lives requires us to do things differently. We start by listening to and addressing what really matters to patients, the people who love them, and those in the healthcare system who provide care. And that’s what inspires us all to be bold, push boundaries and set new standards that open up greater opportunities. Read our community guidelines: https://takeda.info/communityguidelines
Job Description
As Executive Director, AIRx Program Lead, you will own the end-to-end scientific and strategic direction of 2–3 discovery programs within a unit designed to remove structural overhead and deliver AI-powered operating models at industry leading speed and success rates.
Requirements
- Advanced degree in health or life sciences (PhD, MD, or DVM); PhD strongly preferred
- 15+ years of industry experience with deep subject matter expertise in drug discovery; at least 10 years in scientific leadership roles
- Proven track record leading 5+ programs across discovery from target inception to Candidate Nomination or beyond; minimum 3 INDs required
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision insurance
- 401(k) plan and company match
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage
- Basic life insurance
- Tuition reimbursement program
- Paid volunteer time off
- Company holidays
- Well-being benefits
- Sick time
- Paid vacation