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Takeda Pharmaceuticals 2025 U.S Summer Internship Program: High-plex Spatial Transcriptomics Biomarker Assay Development for Autoimmune Disease Intern in Cambridge, Massachusetts
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Job Description
Takeda has been translating science into breakthrough medicines for 240 years. Every step of the way, our teams have worked together to tackle some of the most challenging problems in drug discovery and development. Today, we’re a driving force behind innovative therapies that make a lasting difference to millions of patients around the world.
In R&D, all of our history and potential comes together in an environment that welcomes diversity of thought and amplifies every voice. Working closely with colleagues, you’ll play a key role in bringing our rich pipeline of products forward to help patients. Come join a team that’s earned trust for more than two centuries, and find out how advancing transformative therapies at Takeda will shape your bright future.
Autoimmune diseases are a group of diverse diseases with a common cause in which the immune system responds to self-antigens, leading to damage or dysfunction of tissues. Biomarkers are measurable substances in the body associated with the intensity of a disease or other physiological states. They can be used in the diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment of different diseases. The summer internship project aims to:
Use clinical samples of autoimmune diseases with respective control group samples
Screen for miRNA, mRNA, and Protein biomarkers using high-plex multi-omics spatial transcriptomics platforms to identify disease-specific or common autoimmune biomarkers
Use the NanoString nCounter platform to identify miRNA biomarker candidates in clinical serum samples of autoimmune disease patients. This platform uses a unique barcode system and can directly detect up to 799 target genes in a single sample without amplification. FFPE or freshly frozen tissue samples will be used for the spatial transcriptomic analysis. By unraveling the transcriptomic biomarkers at miRNA, RNA, and protein levels, the project aims to understand the disease-specific biomarkers of autoimmune diseases at the transcription and translational levels.
The intern will be involved in
Sample processing, reagent preparation, reaction setup, instrumentation learning, and data analysis for the nCounter and spatial transcriptomic platforms
Internship Development Opportunities:
- After the internship, the intern is expected to be proficient in the high-plex multi-omic assay workflow, understand hypothesis-driven experiment design, and be able to share findings at Takeda's inter departmental meetings.
Job Requirements:
This position will be Fully Onsite and require 4+ days in the Cambridge, MA office per week.
Must be pursuing a Master’s or Doctoral Degree with a background in molecular biology, bioinformatics, and biochemistry being preferred
Basic understanding of computer skills including MS Office (PowerPoint, Words, Excel)
Internet skills including use of e-mails, group messaging and information gathering
Highly reliable and a strong team player
Flexible with an attention to detail
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Internship Eligibility
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. on a permanent basis without requiring sponsorship
Must be currently enrolled in a degree program graduating December 2025 or later
The internship program is 10-12 weeks depending on the two start dates (June 2nd- August 22nd) or (June 16th - August 29th)
The intern must be able to commit to one of these time frames
Able to work full time 40 hours a week during internship dates
Takeda does not provide a housing stipend or relocation support for the U.S Summer Internship Program
Program Highlights:
Hands-on experience with real projects and responsibilities
Dedicated mentorship program pairing interns with experienced professionals
Networking opportunities with industry professionals and fellow interns
Internship events focused on professional and skills development
Exposure to multiple business areas or departments within a Pharmaceutical Organization
Applications will be accepted between January 6th and January 31st
Takeda Compensation and Benefits Summary
We understand compensation may be an important factor as you consider an internship opportunity. We are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices.
For Location:
USA - MA - Cambridge - Binney St
U.S. Hourly Wage Range:
$21.00 - $46.00
The estimated hourly range reflects an anticipated range for this position. The actual hourly wage offered will depend on the candidate’s school year/level to be entered following completion of internship. The actual hourly wage offered will be in accordance with state or local minimum wage requirements for the job location.
U.S. internship benefits vary by location and may include:
Paid sick time
Civic Duty paid time off
Participation at company volunteer events
Participation at company sponsored special events
Access to on-site fitness center (where available)
Commuter Benefit: To offset your work-commute expenses, Takeda provides U.S. employees with a fixed monthly subsidy to be used for either public transportation (transit) or parking.
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
USA - MA - Cambridge - Binney St
Worker Type
Employee
Worker Sub-Type
Paid Intern (Fixed Term) (Trainee)
Time Type
Full time
Job Exempt
No
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