Senior Staff Engineer, Modeling

Takeda's Synthetic Molecule Process Development (SMPD) team is seeking a Senior Staff Engineer specializing in Crystallization & Particle Engineering (Modeling). This role combines advanced engineering expertise with pharmaceutical development, focusing on developing robust, cost-effective processes for new small-molecule pharmaceuticals. The position requires expertise in crystallization kinetics, mass/heat transfer, and mathematical modeling, with a strong emphasis on population balance modeling (PBM).

The role involves leading complex particle engineering challenges, establishing scale-up models, and implementing process analytical technologies (PAT). The successful candidate will work at the intersection of chemical engineering and data science, using both first-principle and data-driven approaches to optimize pharmaceutical processes. They will collaborate with cross-functional teams including Automation, Manufacturing, and Process Engineering experts to develop digital twins and advance modeling capabilities.

This position offers a competitive salary range of $137,000 - $215,270, along with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with company match, and various other perks. The role is based in Boston, MA, at a global pharmaceutical leader with over 30,000 professionals worldwide.

The ideal candidate will bring a Ph.D. or postdoctoral fellowship in Chemical Engineering with relevant industry experience, combining technical expertise in crystallization processes with strong computational and modeling skills. This role presents an opportunity to impact pharmaceutical development through advanced modeling and simulation approaches while working with cutting-edge technologies and methodologies.