Head of Systems and Architecture - Alta Petens

Company: Takeda
Location: Somerville
Posted on: January 15, 2022

Job Description:

By clicking the "Apply" button, I understand that my employment application process with Takeda will commence and that the information I provide in my application will be processed in line with Takeda's Privacy Noticeand Terms of Use. I further attest that all information I submit in my employment application is true to the best of my knowledge.Job DescriptionAre you looking for a patient-focused, innovation-driven company that will inspire you and empower you to shine? Join us as a Head of Systems and Architecture - Alta Petens in our Cambridge office!At Takeda, we are transforming the pharmaceutical industry through our R&D-driven market leadership and being a values-led company. To do this, we empower our people to realize their potential through life-changing work. Certified as a Global Top Employer, we offer stimulating careers, encourage innovation, and strive for excellence in everything we do. We foster an inclusive, collaborative workplace, in which our global teams are united by an unwavering commitment to deliver -Better Health and a Brighter Future -to people around the world.Here, you will be a vital contributor to our inspiring, bold mission.OBJECTIVES/PURPOSE Takeda is advancing an exciting pipeline and wants to ensure that we have the infrastructure and talent in place to support it. Our overall goal is to ensure that we get our therapeutics to patients quickly by having the right operational model and integrated clinical data pipeline to support delivery.The Head of Systems and Architecture - is responsible for leading the technical design, implementation and operationalization of an overarching clinical trial data program that includes an integrated data flow with end-to end control of data, is foundationally capable of enabling a high-degree of automation and near-time data access and that can readily incorporate disruptive technologies that enables next-gen trial designs and insights. The data program will encompass all systems, platforms, architecture, and tools involved in the collection, processing, review and analysis of clinical trial patient and operational data, including high-dimensional data such as genomic, digital health and real world data. The data program will be inclusive of all Takeda therapeutic areas and relevant business units. The Trial Systems and Architecture Lead will lead a large, matrixed, business and technical team and ensure linkage to all relevant business and IT functions as well as external partners and vendors.Delivery & Business AccountabilitiesThe Head of Systems and Architecture - is expected to:Lead the clinical trial systems and architecture transformation to support Takeda R&D's vision to create a development engine and ecosystem that provides optimal clinical data control and quality in a predictable, automated & cost-effective wayDrive the transformation towards a global data program incorporating an enterprise data backbone supporting data access and reuse to enable reliable, predictable delivery, and a broad culture of data-driven decision makingLead the evolution of Takeda's infrastructure to meet current and future R&D needs while maintaining appropriate congruency with Takeda's enterprise data strategy and backbone -Oversee the selection and implementation of vendors, systems, platforms, and tools to support a transformed global data program with appropriate governance throughoutShow influential strategic, execution and delivery leadership both within Takeda and outside of Takeda with vendors and partnersProvide strategic vision for long-term delivery innovationCORE ELEMENTS RELATED TO THIS ROLE Strategic Planning and ExecutionLeads in setting systems and architecture workstream strategies, goals, priorities, plans and schedules. Aligns with corresponding workstreams and initiatives.Supports executive leadership to achieve the vision and direction for the global data programReports on progress of projects, issues/plans, and critical path schedules to executive leadershipVisibly engages across the organization to ensure transformational impactFiscal ResponsibilityResponsible for system and architecture operating budgets within the global data program; monitor and control expenditures; manages variance between budgeted and actual expenditures of time, dollars, and personnel while meeting overall Takeda financial objectives.Resource and Issue ManagementManages internal and external resources (people, information, technologies, time, andcapital); allocates project resources appropriately to align with business imperatives.Proactively identifies project issues before they arise and develops contingency plans; communicates project-related issues to senior executive management and manages issues to resolution.Change ManagementAs a leader in a large, transformational program, supports strategies for effecting change, controlling change and helping people to adapt to change.Matrix Team ManagementForward thinking with the ability to recommend, influence and implement organizational change and continuous innovationComfortable challenging the status quo and bringing forward innovative solutionsAbility to take risks implementing innovative solutions, accelerating time to marketIdentifies opportunities and anticipates changes in the business landscape through an understanding and ongoing assessment of the environment affecting the business.Role models respect and inclusion, creating a culture that fosters innovationEDUCATION, BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS:PhD with 12-15+ years experience -MS with 15-18+ years experiencePrevious experience leading a medium to large organization and influencing senior-level managementProven track record of leading and driving business process transformation and organizational culture change as well as delivering on programs with complex business deliverablesTrack record of successful leadership, management, and development of large, multi-disciplinary teams. Strong judge of talent with the ability to make tough talent decisions.Health care business acumen with a comprehensive understanding of the pharmaceutical industryStrong understanding -of system development lifecycle requirements -and -of US CFR, GCP and ICH -Knowledge of analytical approaches (ex. machine learning, statistical analysis, predictive modeling, visual analytics)Working knowledge of SQL and relational databasesExperience with Hadoop platforms (Cloudera a plus) and related "big data" technologiesExperience working in Cloud Computing environments (ex AWS, Azure, GCP, etc)Absent an approved religious or medical reason, all US office-based and lab-based Takeda employees who work fully on-site or in a hybrid model (as determined by Takeda) must be fully vaccinated to work at a Takeda site or to engage with Takeda colleagues or anyone else on behalf of Takeda. US field-based employees must be fully vaccinated as a condition of employment, absent an approved religious or medical reason. US employees who work at a Takeda manufacturing facility, and those who work at a BioLife center or BioLife lab, may be subject to different guidelines. If you are contacted by a Takeda recruiter about your job application, we encourage you to seek more information on the applicable guidelines for the Business Unit/Function to which you have applied.This job posting excludes CO applicants.WHAT TAKEDA CAN OFFER YOU:401(k) with company match and Annual Retirement Contribution PlanTuition reimbursement Company match of charitable contributionsHealth & Wellness programs including onsite flu shots and health screeningsGenerous time off for vacation and the option to purchase additional vacation daysCommunity Outreach ProgramsDiscover more at -takedajobs.comNo Phone Calls or Recruiters PleaseADDITIONAL INFORMATIONTakeda 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.#LI-CS1EEO StatementTakeda 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, MAWorker TypeEmployeeWorker Sub-TypeRegularTime TypeFull time

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