Associate Director or Senior Scientist, Computational Chemistry, Research

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Takeda is seeking an Associate Director or Senior Scientist in Computational Chemistry to support drug discovery research in Fujisawa, Japan. The role typically requires a PhD or equivalent experience in computational chemistry, medicinal chemistry, cheminformatics, or a related discipline, together with strong knowledge of molecular modeling, structure-based drug design, ligand-based design, and computational workflows. Experience with programming, data analysis, and scientific software is expected, along with a record of research publications or impactful industry work. The successful candidate will collaborate with medicinal chemists, biologists, structural scientists, and project teams, provide high-quality scientific guidance, communicate clearly, and help advance innovative medicines from discovery toward development.

About the employer

Takeda Pharmaceutical Company is a global, research-driven biopharmaceutical company headquartered in Japan. With a history spanning more than two centuries, Takeda develops and delivers medicines in areas including gastroenterology, neuroscience, rare diseases, oncology, and vaccines. Its operations combine Japanese pharmaceutical expertise with an international research, manufacturing, and commercial network. The company emphasizes patient-focused innovation, scientific collaboration, ethical conduct, and responsible business practices. Takeda employs people across many countries and supports research programs ranging from early discovery and clinical development to manufacturing and market access. Its Fujisawa site is an important research location in Japan, offering opportunities to work with multidisciplinary teams and advanced drug-discovery technologies. Compensation, benefits, and working arrangements vary by position, seniority, and local employment terms.