2025 U.S Summer Internship Program: Investigative Toxicology Ph.D Intern
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Job Description

Takeda has been translating science into breakthrough medicines for 240 years. Every step of the way, our teams have worked together to tackle some of the most challenging problems in drug discovery and development. Today, we're a driving force behind innovative therapies that make a lasting difference to millions of patients around the world.

In R&D, all of our history and potential comes together in an environment that welcomes diversity of thought and amplifies every voice. Working closely with colleagues, you'll play a key role in bringing our rich pipeline of products forward to help patients. Come join a team that's earned trust for more than two centuries, and find out how advancing transformative therapies at Takeda will shape your bright future.

Job Description:

The Global Investigative Toxicology team is a cross-functional team of scientists that aim to detect and de-risk toxicity in Takeda's portfolio to help make medicines safer and more effective.

How You Will Contribute:

As an intern, the candidate will

• Play an integral role in a groundbreaking project aimed at characterizing normal cell lines to understand their diverse expression profiles
• Aid in developing robust hazard identification models, which are essential for ensuring the safety of our therapeutic products.
• Engage with a variety of cellular and molecular biology tools
• Work closely with a team of experienced scientists, contributing to experimental design, data collection, and data analysis, that will directly support the identification and validation of biomarkers over time, enhancing our ability to predict and mitigate potential hazards.

The intern will be provided training on a variety of techniques and basic analytical methods such that the intern generates and analyzes data to inform platform understanding of Takeda's portfolio.

Internship Development Opportunities:

Students will gain real-world experience working as part of a drug discovery team. The intern will have the chance to learn about the group's culture, Takeda's values, as well as basic cell and molecular biology techniques. Our group believes in the importance of training competent scientists that will be interested in working with us again in the future.

Job Requirements:

• This position will be Fully Onsite and require 4+ days in the Cambridge, MA office per week.
• Candidate must be currently pursuing their PhD
• Experience with Cell culture of primary and immortalized tumor cell lines.
• Understanding of basic molecular/cell biology techniques (DNA/RNA extraction, qPCR, western blot, and immunofluorescence).
• Experience with RNA-Seq analysis and/or high content imaging is a plus.
• Basic understanding of computer skills including MS Office (PowerPoint, Words, Excel)
• Internet skills including use of e-mails, group messaging and information gathering
• Highly reliable and a strong team player
• Flexible with an attention to detail
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Internship Eligibility

• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. on a permanent basis without requiring sponsorship
• Must be currently enrolled in a degree program graduating December 2025 or later
• The 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 frames
• Able to work full time 40 hours a week during internship dates
• Takeda 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 responsibilities
• Dedicated mentorship program pairing interns with experienced professionals
• Networking opportunities with industry professionals and fellow interns
• Internship events focused on professional and skills development
• Exposure to multiple business areas or departments within a Pharmaceutical Organization

Applications will be accepted between December 18th and January 10th

Takeda Compensation and Benefits Summary

We understand compensation may bean important factor as you consider an internship opportunity. 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:

$21.00 - $46.00

The estimated hourly range reflects an anticipated range for this position. The actual hourly wage offered will depend on the candidate's school year/level to be entered following completion of internship.The actual hourly wage offered will be in accordance with state or local minimum wage requirements for the job location.

U.S. internship benefits vary by location and may include:

• Paid sick time

• Civic Duty paid time off

• Participation at company volunteer events

• Participation at company sponsored special events

• Access to on-site fitness center (where available)

• Commuter Benefit: To offset your work-commute expenses, Takeda provides U.S. employees with a fixed monthly subsidy to be used for either public transportation (transit) or parking.

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