Analytical Method Specialist Biologics (f/m/x), Hybrid

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Job Description

About the role

As an Analytical Method Specialist, you will support analytical method life cycle management for biologics within Takeda’s global framework. This includes coordinating and authoring multi-site assay control documents, ensuring compliance with GMP regulations, and collaborating with cross-departmental teams. The role also involves contributing to method transfer activities and remediation testing to maintain the highest standards in pharmaceutical analysis. This position is limited until March 31st, 2026.

How you will contribute

• Coordinate and author multi-site assay control documents.
• Support method transfer, analytical method remediation testing, and life cycle management activities.
• Apply statistical analysis to ensure lab comparability and define assay control ranges.
• Perform lab bench testing and administrative tasks when required.
• Ensure alignment with internal procedures, Quality Systems, and GMP regulations.
• Collaborate effectively with Analytical Science teams and QC labs globally to drive innovation, escalate issues as needed, and maintain compliance

What you bring to Takeda

• Technical education (Bachelor or Master in chemical, biological, or pharmaceutical fields) or significant experience in manufacturing/testing pharmaceutical ingredients.
• Fluency in English (oral and written).
• Expertise in biochemical and chemical analysis and a working knowledge of Excel, practical knowledge of statistical tools (e.g., Minitab) would be an advantage
• Strong writing, technical, and analytical skills.
• Ideally practical knowledge of Quality Management Systems and GMP compliance.
• Team-oriented, organized, and able to multitask.
• Flexible and collaborative, maintaining cultural awareness and openness to feedback.
• High sense of responsibility, capable of prioritizing tasks effectively and delivering results.

What Takeda can offer you:

A competitive remuneration package with a minimum salary of € 4.157,14 gross per month (full-time, collective wage agreement for the chemical industry) – the actual salary is higher will depend on your professional experience and qualifications.

• Family-friendly company environment; Support with parental leave, dad month, Bilingual company kindergarten
• Work @ home depending on the position / department
• Comprehensive training programs
• In-house job rotation program
• In-house Canteen with discounts or meal vouchers
• Works council (events, festivals, shopping vouchers, etc.)
• Employee Referral Program
• Employee Recognition Program
• Takeda Resource Groups
• Medical checkups
• Free vaccination program
• Fitness Center

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.

More about Takeda in Austria: Takeda in Austria – Learn more about us (EN)

Locations

AUT – Wien – Industriestrasse 67

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Fixed Term (Fixed Term)

Time Type

Full time

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