The Japanese pharmaceutical industry, a vital component of global innovation, faces a talent gap that resonates across multinational corporations. While Japan possesses a wealth of highly skilled professionals, a notable communication disparity impedes recruitment and career advancement, particularly in global…
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Takeda to Revamp R&D Organization, Eyes Consolidated Research Sites in Japan, US
Takeda Pharmaceutical will shake up its global R&D organization by integrating researchers scattered across the globe to selected sites in a bid to reinforce its research prowess and accelerate innovation in its three priority areas of GI, oncology, and CNS,…
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