Takeda
Scientific/Medical Lead, Hematology, Global Medical Affairs Oncology
Takeda, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298
Overview
Scientific/Medical Lead, Hematology, Global Medical Affairs Oncology – Takeda. This role involves providing scientific and team leadership across global medical affairs activities for advanced stage molecules and/or pipelines, including setting medical strategy, data generation and analysis, publications, medical communications, medical training, medical information, and support for market access & reimbursement data generation and publications. The Medical/Scientific Director will work in a multifunctional, matrix organization with global medical capabilities, oncology PMO, MSL teams, and cross-functional partners including commercial, clinical development, access & reimbursement, Takeda patient advocacy, and OBUs medical leads and regional medical leads. This role is accountable for developing and executing the brand medical strategy and tactics, maintaining high standards, and fostering external collaborations with healthcare practitioners, researchers, payers, and patient advocacy groups, while collaborating globally and locally across Takeda’s organization. How you will contribute
Provide scientific/clinical expertise and leadership to develop asset-specific medical strategy and associated deliverables, including data generation, analysis and interpretation; scientific communications and publications; medical excellence & training; medical information; congress strategy and thought leadership engagement. Develop an in-depth understanding of the needs of oncology patients and focus activities to meet those needs. Represent Medical Affairs at the Global Product Team (GPT) and Global Brand Team (GBT) to provide medical input and insights from practicing clinicians into clinical development to enable more customer- and patient-centric clinical and brand planning. Facilitate cross-regional alignment on medical strategy and deliverables and gather LOC feedback for input to development and LCM plans. Provide input into asset strategy, clinical development program, brand team strategy and tactical plan. Lead or support evidence generation strategy and execution of Phase 3B/4 studies, including interventional and observational research with a focus on diagnostics. Lead or support Investigator Initiated Studies (IISR) program. Lead and execute global advisory board meetings and communicate key findings and insights across the organization to global clinical development, medical affairs and commercial teams. Support global publication strategy development and execution of publication plan. Provide strategic and scientific guidance into internal training plan, congress plan and company-sponsored symposia. Foster research relationships with key global cancer research organizations and institutions. Establish, maintain, and direct interactions with key opinion leaders & HCPs relevant to the assigned therapeutic area and molecules. Lead or support development & execution of global KOL engagement plan. Build long-term cross-functional relationships with global functions, GBTs, clinical development, regional functions and LOCs. Represent Takeda Oncology at external engagements (congresses, scientific meetings, etc.). Minimum Requirements/Qualifications
MD, PharmD or PhD 7+ years post-doctorate healthcare or related experience 5+ years Medical Affairs experience or related industry experience 2+ years budgetary and direct/indirect people management experience Deep knowledge of pharmaceutical industry dynamics and trends, including understanding the life cycle of a brand from cross-functional perspectives (marketing, pricing and reimbursement, supply chain) Experience in oncology and/or hematology-oncology preferred Excellent oral, written, and presentation skills, including proven success in communicating ideas to build collaborative work relationships Ability to work effectively in complex matrix environments and drive decision-making within multi-disciplinary, multi-regional teams; collaborate across functions to achieve results Ability to work in a fast-paced, rapidly changing technology environment Strong interpersonal skills including motivational, negotiation, listening, judgment, analytic, and conflict management skills Negotiation and influencing skills; ability to work diplomatically through conflict Proactive issue prediction and problem solving Experience across multiple regional/country markets Deep understanding of the brand(s)/therapeutic area and stakeholder needs Experience overseeing and managing budgets to ensure performance versus targets Advanced PC skills (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint) Travel Requirements
Up to 25% domestic and international travel required About Takeda
Takeda is a patient-focused company transforming patient care through novel specialty pharmaceuticals and patient support programs. We strive for an inclusive, collaborative workplace and a commitment to deliver Better Health and a Brighter Future. Location: Boston, MA Compensation & Benefits Summary
Base salary range: $191,800.00 – $301,400.00 per year. U.S. base salary offers depend on qualifications, experience, skills, and location. Eligible employees may receive incentives, and benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, and other well-being programs. Location-specific policies apply. EEO Statement
Takeda is committed to a diverse workforce and equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, genetic information or other protected characteristics, in accordance with applicable laws.
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Scientific/Medical Lead, Hematology, Global Medical Affairs Oncology – Takeda. This role involves providing scientific and team leadership across global medical affairs activities for advanced stage molecules and/or pipelines, including setting medical strategy, data generation and analysis, publications, medical communications, medical training, medical information, and support for market access & reimbursement data generation and publications. The Medical/Scientific Director will work in a multifunctional, matrix organization with global medical capabilities, oncology PMO, MSL teams, and cross-functional partners including commercial, clinical development, access & reimbursement, Takeda patient advocacy, and OBUs medical leads and regional medical leads. This role is accountable for developing and executing the brand medical strategy and tactics, maintaining high standards, and fostering external collaborations with healthcare practitioners, researchers, payers, and patient advocacy groups, while collaborating globally and locally across Takeda’s organization. How you will contribute
Provide scientific/clinical expertise and leadership to develop asset-specific medical strategy and associated deliverables, including data generation, analysis and interpretation; scientific communications and publications; medical excellence & training; medical information; congress strategy and thought leadership engagement. Develop an in-depth understanding of the needs of oncology patients and focus activities to meet those needs. Represent Medical Affairs at the Global Product Team (GPT) and Global Brand Team (GBT) to provide medical input and insights from practicing clinicians into clinical development to enable more customer- and patient-centric clinical and brand planning. Facilitate cross-regional alignment on medical strategy and deliverables and gather LOC feedback for input to development and LCM plans. Provide input into asset strategy, clinical development program, brand team strategy and tactical plan. Lead or support evidence generation strategy and execution of Phase 3B/4 studies, including interventional and observational research with a focus on diagnostics. Lead or support Investigator Initiated Studies (IISR) program. Lead and execute global advisory board meetings and communicate key findings and insights across the organization to global clinical development, medical affairs and commercial teams. Support global publication strategy development and execution of publication plan. Provide strategic and scientific guidance into internal training plan, congress plan and company-sponsored symposia. Foster research relationships with key global cancer research organizations and institutions. Establish, maintain, and direct interactions with key opinion leaders & HCPs relevant to the assigned therapeutic area and molecules. Lead or support development & execution of global KOL engagement plan. Build long-term cross-functional relationships with global functions, GBTs, clinical development, regional functions and LOCs. Represent Takeda Oncology at external engagements (congresses, scientific meetings, etc.). Minimum Requirements/Qualifications
MD, PharmD or PhD 7+ years post-doctorate healthcare or related experience 5+ years Medical Affairs experience or related industry experience 2+ years budgetary and direct/indirect people management experience Deep knowledge of pharmaceutical industry dynamics and trends, including understanding the life cycle of a brand from cross-functional perspectives (marketing, pricing and reimbursement, supply chain) Experience in oncology and/or hematology-oncology preferred Excellent oral, written, and presentation skills, including proven success in communicating ideas to build collaborative work relationships Ability to work effectively in complex matrix environments and drive decision-making within multi-disciplinary, multi-regional teams; collaborate across functions to achieve results Ability to work in a fast-paced, rapidly changing technology environment Strong interpersonal skills including motivational, negotiation, listening, judgment, analytic, and conflict management skills Negotiation and influencing skills; ability to work diplomatically through conflict Proactive issue prediction and problem solving Experience across multiple regional/country markets Deep understanding of the brand(s)/therapeutic area and stakeholder needs Experience overseeing and managing budgets to ensure performance versus targets Advanced PC skills (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint) Travel Requirements
Up to 25% domestic and international travel required About Takeda
Takeda is a patient-focused company transforming patient care through novel specialty pharmaceuticals and patient support programs. We strive for an inclusive, collaborative workplace and a commitment to deliver Better Health and a Brighter Future. Location: Boston, MA Compensation & Benefits Summary
Base salary range: $191,800.00 – $301,400.00 per year. U.S. base salary offers depend on qualifications, experience, skills, and location. Eligible employees may receive incentives, and benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, and other well-being programs. Location-specific policies apply. EEO Statement
Takeda is committed to a diverse workforce and equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, genetic information or other protected characteristics, in accordance with applicable laws.
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