Data Scientist

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Job Description

People First - At Takeda we are dedicated to improving the health and well-being of all people and bringing them the hope of a brighter future. It is our passion that transforms every job into meaningful action. Our people are the heart of Takeda.

For Takeda Ireland Ltd, we are looking for a

Data Scientist

for a full-time, permanent position at our Grange Castle production site in Lucan, Dublin, Ireland.

As a Data Scientist , you will join our dynamic Manufacturing Science Team. You will play a crucial role in supporting various departments, including manufacturing, engineering, and quality with a multidisciplinary approach, utilizing skills in chemical engineering, mathematics, statistics, computer science, communication, and business.

Your role will focus on applying chemical engineering principles, and gathering, analyzing, and modeling data to improve processes. Additionally, you’ll support the identification of digitization opportunities to drive continuous improvement.

Your tasks in detail:

• Lead and optimize manufacturing processes for synthetic molecules using process modeling and simulation.
• Utilize advanced process modeling tools and digital twin functionalities for process characterization.
• Develop experimental designs and workflows for model development, validation, and verification.
• Collaborate with global teams to deploy digital twins of unit operations.
• Identify local data analytics opportunities and drive initiatives like Predictive Maintenance and Down Time Analysis.
• Manage process monitoring and improvement efforts with the Process Development Lab.
• Support and participate in data analytics communities and cross-functional training initiatives.
• Promote Takeda-ism values and maintain a culture of safety.
• Ensure timely completion of SOPs, training, and assessments.
• Perform other duties as directed by management.

Your profile:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in chemical engineering, data science, or related technical fields or equivalent qualification
• 2-5 years of experience in chemical engineering modeling and data mining in a manufacturing setting.
• Understanding of pharmaceutical manufacturing processes.
• Strong knowledge of transport phenomena and thermodynamics.
• Experience with CFD software (e.g., Ansys, Star CCM+, MStar CFD) and reaction kinetic modeling software (e.g., ReactionLab, Dynochem, gPROMS).
• Proficient in data collection from systems like sensors, controllers, and industrial systems.
• Experience with business process automation and statistical methods.
• Experience with software such as BioVia Discoverant, SIMCA, and creating web apps with Microsoft PowerApps is advantageous.
• Familiarity with AI/ML methodologies, multivariate analysis, and Principal Component Analysis (PCA).
• Strong problem-solving, analytical aptitude, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Fluent in written and spoken English.

What you can look forward to with us:

• Appreciative working atmosphere in an international and exciting working environment with a wide range of development opportunities
• Independent work with the opportunity to play a part in shaping an innovative company
• Professional and personal development opportunities

More about us:
At Takeda, we are transforming patient care through the development of novel specialty pharmaceuticals and best in class patient support programs. Takeda is a patient-focused company that will inspire and empower you to grow through life-changing work.

Certified as a Global Top Employer, Takeda offers stimulating careers, encourages innovation, and strives for excellence in everything we do. We foster an inclusive, collaborative workplace, in which our teams are united by an unwavering commitment to deliver Better Health and a Brighter Future to people around the world.

Empowering our people to shine:
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, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you are interested in this opportunity, we look forward to receiving your application via our online tool!

For further questions, please contact: Jennifer Kriedemann | Talent Acquisition Partner | E-Mail: jennifer.kriedemann@takeda.com

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