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Translation director requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in translation director job postings.
Sample translation director requirements
- Bachelor's degree in translation or related field
- At least 5 years of relevant experience
- Experience with multiple translation software
- Fluency in two or more languages
- Excellent organizational and communication skills
Sample required translation director soft skills
- Ability to identify and resolve conflicts
- Strong project management and leadership skills
- Proven track record of successful project completion
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Translation director job description example 1
Daiichi Sankyo translation director job description
Join a Legacy of Innovation 110 Years and Counting!
Daiichi Sankyo Group is dedicated to the creation and supply of innovative pharmaceutical therapies to improve standards of care and address diversified, unmet medical needs of people globally by leveraging our world-class science and technology. With more than 100 years of scientific expertise and a presence in more than 20 countries, Daiichi Sankyo and its 15,000 employees around the world draw upon a rich legacy of innovation and a robust pipeline of promising new medicines to help people. Under the Group's 2025 Vision to become a "Global Pharma Innovator with Competitive Advantage in Oncology," Daiichi Sankyo is primarily focused on providing novel therapies in oncology, as well as other research areas centered around rare diseases and immune disorders.
Summary
The Director, Translational Pathology will work across the Translational Science matrix to develop and implement pathology-based translational approaches to assessing PD and patient selection biomarkers for Oncology and Specialty Medicine programs. They will further serve as the scientific expert supporting digital pathology investigations and as a point of contact for developing and managing external partnerships in support of translational science and CDx programs. They will provide the expertise to create and integrate pathology datasets with broader multi-omic analyses to support hypothesis-driven translational research efforts with direct impact across the Development continuum. They will work in a highly collaborative environment.
Responsibilities
Education Qualifications (from an accredited college or university)
Daiichi Sankyo, Inc. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Daiichi Sankyo Group is dedicated to the creation and supply of innovative pharmaceutical therapies to improve standards of care and address diversified, unmet medical needs of people globally by leveraging our world-class science and technology. With more than 100 years of scientific expertise and a presence in more than 20 countries, Daiichi Sankyo and its 15,000 employees around the world draw upon a rich legacy of innovation and a robust pipeline of promising new medicines to help people. Under the Group's 2025 Vision to become a "Global Pharma Innovator with Competitive Advantage in Oncology," Daiichi Sankyo is primarily focused on providing novel therapies in oncology, as well as other research areas centered around rare diseases and immune disorders.
Summary
The Director, Translational Pathology will work across the Translational Science matrix to develop and implement pathology-based translational approaches to assessing PD and patient selection biomarkers for Oncology and Specialty Medicine programs. They will further serve as the scientific expert supporting digital pathology investigations and as a point of contact for developing and managing external partnerships in support of translational science and CDx programs. They will provide the expertise to create and integrate pathology datasets with broader multi-omic analyses to support hypothesis-driven translational research efforts with direct impact across the Development continuum. They will work in a highly collaborative environment.
Responsibilities
- Design and build internal digital pathology capabilities and support data generation for translational pathology evaluations across the portfolio. Develop and manage partnerships, largely focused on digital pathology, to support design and implementation of translational pathology plans.
- Lead development of the translational pathology strategic direction and support data generation for assigned assets, with a focus on the design and implementation of translational pathology plans.
- Provide expertise to the Daiichi Sankyo Global Research Development organization to ensure access to state-of-the-art thinking on appropriate translational pathology strategies, evaluating their scientific basis and clinical applicability, the validation status and any technical or statistical issues related to proposed business plans.
- Communicate with portfolio leaders in Clinical Development, Discovery, QCP, CDx, RA, MA or other relevant functions to ensure effective integration of translational pathology strategy into broader Translational/Program strategies
Education Qualifications (from an accredited college or university)
- MD MD or MD PhD with Anatomic/Clinical Pathology board certification required required Experience Qualifications
- 4 or More Years 5 or more years of post-doctoral and relevant industry experience with expertise in pathology-driven translational research, biomedical leadership and human translational research in clinical trials required. required
- Experience with digital/computational pathology technologies and translational research. required
- Extensive experience in the discovery, characterization and utilization of innovative translational strategies across the continuum of preclinical and clinical stages preferred. Experience/knowledge in companion diagnostics device development preferred preferred
- Demonstrated ability to define clear translational strategies anchored in disease biology and drug mechanism of action, aligned with clinical development. required
- Deep knowledge in pathology-based and other biomarker technologies including immunohistochemistry (monoplex and multiplex), digital pathology, spatial analyses, NGS, immunoassay, proteomics including expertise in assay validation. required
Daiichi Sankyo, Inc. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Translation director job description example 2
Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc. translation director job description
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**Job Description**
Are you looking for a patient-focused, innovation-driven company that will inspire you and empower you to shine? Join us as Physician Scientist Translational Research Leader Inflammation/IBD Medical Director Translational Research in our Cambridge or San Diego offices.
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.
**POSITION OBJECTIVES:**
+ The Physician Scientist Translational Research Leader Inflammation/IBD Medical Director Translational Research is a global leader responsible to provide medical perspective to early research and target selection, define and implement Translational Medicine (TM) strategies/plans and to secure execution for portfolio of projects.
+ TM strategy/plan describe the approach to and activities required to define patient population / segmentation and establish target engagement, proof of pharmacology and early evidence for clinical efficacy in phase 1/2a studies.
+ Define strategies and plans for revers translation of human tissue and clinical study data to support new target generation, patient segmentation and define implications for ongoing projects.
+ The successful candidate will play a critical role in progression of projects and portfolio from early research to clinical Proof of Concept (PoC) in patients.
**KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES**
+ As a leader within the GI DDU, working within a highly matrixed & virtual environment, provide medical perspective, TM strategies and plans required for Stem Cell Therapy and/or Fibrotic Stenosis in Crohn's Disease
+ Responsible for establishing TM Strategies and Plans for project at project start and through PoC including revers translation for projects in the area together with research, biomarker and clinical groups.
+ The TM strategy define the approach to patient segmentation and to establish target engagement, proof of pharmacology and early evidence for clinical efficacy in phase 1/2a studies.
+ The TM plan describes the integrated activities required e.g. biomarker plan and phase 0 studies to establish and validate the measurements to be used for patient population / segmentation, target engagement, proof of pharmacology, and early clinical efficacy in phase 1b/2a
+ Provide strategies and plans for revers translation of human and clinical study data to support target validation and selection, establish implications to ongoing research projects and define new hypothesis for patient selection together with research and clinical.
+ Identifies and ensures the success of key external collaborations required to support TM plans or reverse translational activities.
+ Define and lead phase 0 clinical studies part of TM plans
+ Responsible to secure timely execution of TM plans with high quality driving decision making together with internal and external collaborators via successful multidisciplinary team working.
**ADDITIONAL ACCOUNTABILITIES**
+ Builds relationships & collaborates with scientific leaders, KOLs, academic partners, CROs and biotech and is an international subject matter expert.
+ Contributes key input to other GI DDU areas.
+ Is a member of the GI DDU matrix team and contributes to strategic decisions to advance research projects from early stages to developmental in a way that maximizes the likelihood of long term success.
+ Participate in evaluation of preclinical and clinical in licensing candidates from institutions and companies and provides expert input to GI business development team
+ Represents Takeda and is responsible for creating a presence in scientific community through scientific meetings, advisory boards, online research communities, etc.
+ Keeps up with the up-to-date scientific advancement (e.g. competitive situation, new technology, new research portfolio, and new partnership) and is well informed about current regulatory (FDA, EMA, etc.) requirements and trends.
**EDUCATION, BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS:**
+ M.D. with Clinical experience; preferably a Ph.D. or research experience and with significant industry and leadership exposure.
+ Minimum of 15+ years of directly related experience within industry and academia with a proven leadership in translational research in Inflammation/IBD
+ Internationally recognized leader in area of expertise
+ Strong leadership and strategic skills and acumen.
+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
+ Capable of leading a multifunctional matrixed team comprised of scientists and physicians from within Takeda as well as external collaborators.
+ Has a proven track record in successfully executing translational work with proven bridge between experimental systems and human studies
**LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:**
+ Relevant license/skills
**TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:**
+ Requires approximately 20% or more travel, including international.
**WHAT TAKEDA CAN OFFER YOU:**
+ 401(k) with company match and Annual Retirement Contribution Plan
+ Tuition reimbursement
+ Company match of charitable contributions
+ Health & Wellness programs including onsite flu shots and health screenings
+ Generous time off for vacation and the option to purchase additional vacation days
+ Community Outreach Programs
This job posting excludes CO applicants.
**Empowering Our People to Shine**
Discover more at **takedajobs.com**
No Phone Calls or Recruiters Please.
\#LI-KL1
**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._
**Locations**
Boston, MA
San Diego, CA
**Worker Type**
Employee
**Worker Sub-Type**
Regular
**Time Type**
Full time
**Job Description**
Are you looking for a patient-focused, innovation-driven company that will inspire you and empower you to shine? Join us as Physician Scientist Translational Research Leader Inflammation/IBD Medical Director Translational Research in our Cambridge or San Diego offices.
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.
**POSITION OBJECTIVES:**
+ The Physician Scientist Translational Research Leader Inflammation/IBD Medical Director Translational Research is a global leader responsible to provide medical perspective to early research and target selection, define and implement Translational Medicine (TM) strategies/plans and to secure execution for portfolio of projects.
+ TM strategy/plan describe the approach to and activities required to define patient population / segmentation and establish target engagement, proof of pharmacology and early evidence for clinical efficacy in phase 1/2a studies.
+ Define strategies and plans for revers translation of human tissue and clinical study data to support new target generation, patient segmentation and define implications for ongoing projects.
+ The successful candidate will play a critical role in progression of projects and portfolio from early research to clinical Proof of Concept (PoC) in patients.
**KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES**
+ As a leader within the GI DDU, working within a highly matrixed & virtual environment, provide medical perspective, TM strategies and plans required for Stem Cell Therapy and/or Fibrotic Stenosis in Crohn's Disease
+ Responsible for establishing TM Strategies and Plans for project at project start and through PoC including revers translation for projects in the area together with research, biomarker and clinical groups.
+ The TM strategy define the approach to patient segmentation and to establish target engagement, proof of pharmacology and early evidence for clinical efficacy in phase 1/2a studies.
+ The TM plan describes the integrated activities required e.g. biomarker plan and phase 0 studies to establish and validate the measurements to be used for patient population / segmentation, target engagement, proof of pharmacology, and early clinical efficacy in phase 1b/2a
+ Provide strategies and plans for revers translation of human and clinical study data to support target validation and selection, establish implications to ongoing research projects and define new hypothesis for patient selection together with research and clinical.
+ Identifies and ensures the success of key external collaborations required to support TM plans or reverse translational activities.
+ Define and lead phase 0 clinical studies part of TM plans
+ Responsible to secure timely execution of TM plans with high quality driving decision making together with internal and external collaborators via successful multidisciplinary team working.
**ADDITIONAL ACCOUNTABILITIES**
+ Builds relationships & collaborates with scientific leaders, KOLs, academic partners, CROs and biotech and is an international subject matter expert.
+ Contributes key input to other GI DDU areas.
+ Is a member of the GI DDU matrix team and contributes to strategic decisions to advance research projects from early stages to developmental in a way that maximizes the likelihood of long term success.
+ Participate in evaluation of preclinical and clinical in licensing candidates from institutions and companies and provides expert input to GI business development team
+ Represents Takeda and is responsible for creating a presence in scientific community through scientific meetings, advisory boards, online research communities, etc.
+ Keeps up with the up-to-date scientific advancement (e.g. competitive situation, new technology, new research portfolio, and new partnership) and is well informed about current regulatory (FDA, EMA, etc.) requirements and trends.
**EDUCATION, BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS:**
+ M.D. with Clinical experience; preferably a Ph.D. or research experience and with significant industry and leadership exposure.
+ Minimum of 15+ years of directly related experience within industry and academia with a proven leadership in translational research in Inflammation/IBD
+ Internationally recognized leader in area of expertise
+ Strong leadership and strategic skills and acumen.
+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
+ Capable of leading a multifunctional matrixed team comprised of scientists and physicians from within Takeda as well as external collaborators.
+ Has a proven track record in successfully executing translational work with proven bridge between experimental systems and human studies
**LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:**
+ Relevant license/skills
**TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:**
+ Requires approximately 20% or more travel, including international.
**WHAT TAKEDA CAN OFFER YOU:**
+ 401(k) with company match and Annual Retirement Contribution Plan
+ Tuition reimbursement
+ Company match of charitable contributions
+ Health & Wellness programs including onsite flu shots and health screenings
+ Generous time off for vacation and the option to purchase additional vacation days
+ Community Outreach Programs
This job posting excludes CO applicants.
**Empowering Our People to Shine**
Discover more at **takedajobs.com**
No Phone Calls or Recruiters Please.
\#LI-KL1
**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._
**Locations**
Boston, MA
San Diego, CA
**Worker Type**
Employee
**Worker Sub-Type**
Regular
**Time Type**
Full time
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024