Astellas Pharma Inc.

【About Astellas】 

Astellas is a global life sciences company committed to turning innovative science into VALUE for patients. We provide transformative therapies in disease areas that include oncology, ophthalmology, urology, immunology and women's health. Through our research and development programs, we are pioneering new healthcare solutions for diseases with high unmet medical need. （HP：Learn more about Astellas） 

Are you driven to make a real difference in the lives of patients?

We're seeking passionate individuals who thrive in dynamic environments, embrace new ideas, and aren't afraid to take intelligent risks. People who act with unwavering integrity and are deeply committed to making a tangible impact.   

【募集の背景 / Purpose & Scope】

Oncology Researchでは、創薬初期段階における意思決定の質を高めるため、探索安全性（Exploratory Safety）の機能強化を進めています。

本募集では、安全性研究の専門性を活かしながら、早期創薬プロジェクトチームの一員として成長・活躍していただけるサイエンティストを求めています。

本ポジションの所属は Formulation & ADME ユニットですが、役割の中心は Oncology Researchの early stage drug discovery programs における毒性スクリーニング及び安全性評価です。

探索安全性の専門性を基盤としつつ、有効性・動態・フォーミュレーションと並行して安全性を議論し、創薬初期の検討や意思決定に貢献する役割を担っていただきます。

Oncology Research is strengthening its exploratory safety capability to enhance the quality of decision making in early drug discovery. We are seeking a scientist who will contribute to early stage project teams and grow into a broader role, leveraging expertise in exploratory safety to help advance oncology drug discovery programs.

While the home department for this role is Formulation & ADME, the day to day mission is to work closely with Oncology Research early stage discovery teams, bringing an exploratory safety perspective into key scientific discussions and decisions. The role goes beyond executing assigned studies; you will provide scientific input, connect data to decisions, and progressively expand your impact across projects.

【職務の内容 / Essential Job Responsibilities】

（雇入れ直後）

・Act as a member of the early-stage project team.

▷ Provide scientific and strategic direction to optimize drug candidates from Safety perspective

▷ Responsible for the analysis, interpretation, integration and reporting of preclinical safety data.

▷ Design and execute exploratory toxicity studies.

・Interact/manage external vendors (CROs, academic sites etc.) for conducting in vivo and in vitro experiments.

・Align with overall Oncology Research strategy and objectives.

・Partner with other functions in Astellas.

（変更の範囲）

会社内での全ての業務

【就業環境に関する要件 / Specific Physical or Environmental Requirements】

・This position is based in Japan and requires occasional overseas/domestic business travels.

・At Astellas we recognize the importance of work/life balance, and we are proud to offer a hybrid working solution allowing time to connect with colleagues at the office with the flexibility to also work from home. We believe this will optimize the most productive work environment for all employees to succeed and deliver. Hybrid work from certain locations may be permitted in accordance with Astellas’ Responsible Flexibility Guidelines.

【応募要件 / Qualifications】

＜必須 / Required＞

・Advanced degree (Master degree or Ph.D. or equivalent) in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Pharmacology, Veterinary science, or a related field.

・8 years of experience in pharmaceutical or biotech industry, with a focus on safety, preferably within oncology or a related therapeutic area.

・Demonstrated competencies to execute exploratory safety activities from planning, implementation through completion across multiple programs

・Conventional communication skills in own language and in English.

＜歓迎 / Preferred＞

・Experience in oncology drug development and familiarity with the unique challenges of targeting cancer therapeutics.

・Extensive experience in safety assessment with multiple therapeutic modalities (e.g. engineered small molecules, peptides, ADCs, multifunctional antibodies).

【応募書類 / Application Documents】

和文履歴書（必須）・和文職務経歴書（必須）・英文レジュメ（任意）

Resumes

【選考プロセス / Selection details】

書類選考 → 1次面接 → 最終面接

※変更の可能性もございますので、予めご了承下さい。

CV screening → First interview → Final interview

*Please be advised that there might be a change in the process.

【勤務地 / Location】

（雇入れ直後）

茨城県つくば市　アステラス製薬　つくば研究センター

Tsukuba, Ibaraki

※ＪＲひたち野うしく駅とつくばエクスプレス（TX)　研究学園駅より通勤バスがございます。

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会社の定める事業場および自宅

【勤務開始日 / Start Date】

応相談

Will be decided according to the candidate's flexibility

【契約期間 / Contract Duration】

期間の定めなし

Not limited to specified period

【試用期間 / Probation Period】

試用期間原則なし

No probation period in principle

【給与 / Salary】

①基本給：当人の経歴・技術・技能等を考慮して決定

②裁量労働制の場合：裁量労働手当として職務グレードに応じて50,000～100,000円支給

③フレックスタイム制の場合：月間の所定労働時間を超えて勤務する時間に対して時間外勤務手当を支給

①Base salary: will be decided by the candidate's experience, skill and capability.

②When Discretionary Work System is applied: Discretionary work allowance will be paid.(50,000～100,000yen, based on the Grade)

③When Flextime System is applied: Overtime allowance will be paid for time worked in excess of prescribed working hours.

【昇給 / Salary Raise】

有り

【賞与 / Bonus】

有り

【諸手当 / Allowance】

裁量労働手当、住宅手当、通勤手当　等

Discretionary work allowance, Housing allowance, Commutation allowance, etc.

【勤務時間 / Working Hours】

8:30～17:30（月～木）、8:30～15:45（金）、専門業務型 裁量労働制

裁量労働制の場合、所定労働時間を働いたものとみなす。

8:30～17:30（Mon～Thu）、8:30～15:45（Fri）

Discretionary Work System

【休日 / Holidays】

完全週休２日制（土曜・日曜）、祝日、5月1日、夏季、年末年始

Weekends(Sat and Sun), holidays, May 1st, summer vacation, New Year holidays

【休暇 / Vacation Leave】

年次有給休暇、育児休業制度、介護休業制度　等

Annual paid leave, childcare leave system, nursing care leave system, etc.

【福利厚生 / Welfare】

雇用保険、労災保険、厚生年金、健康保険、共済会制度、社宅制度、持株会制度、財形貯蓄制度　等

Employment Insurance, Industrial Accident Compensation Insurance, Welfare Pension Insurance, Health Insurance, Mutual Aid Association System, Company Housing System, Employee Shareholder Association System, Property Accumulation Savings System

【アステラス製薬　採用サイト/ Career web site】

https://re-jp.astellas.com/jp/recruit/newgraduates/

For more information about Astellas, please visit our career web site.

"We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law."

【What awaits you at Astellas? 】

•Global collaboration: Become part of a connected global business of like-minded life science leaders, all dedicated to improving patients' lives worldwide.

•Real-world patient impact: Contribute to transformative therapies that reach patients around the world, knowing your work makes a difference every day.

•Relentless Innovation: Join a company at the forefront of scientific breakthroughs, where you'll have the opportunity to shape the future of healthcare.

•A Culture of Growth: Chart your own course within a supportive environment that values your contributions, champions your development, and empowers you to pursue your passions.

【Our Organizational Values and Behaviors】

Values: Innovation, Integrity and Impact sit at the heart of what we do.

Behaviors: We come together as ‘One Astellas’, working with courage and a sense of urgency. We are outcome focused and consistently take accountability for our personal contribution.