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Senior Director, US Medical Affairs - Head of Rheumatology
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Senior Director, US Medical Affairs - Head of Rheumatology
Join Takeda as the Senior Director, US Medical Affairs - Head of Rheumatology in Cambridge, MA. This critical role reports to the Vice President US Medical, Dermatology and Rheumatology and is responsible for the zasocitinib Rheumatology programs/indications, medical strategy, and collaboration with the Medical Unit.
Job Description About the role The Senior Director will serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME), represent USMA on internal committees and external experts/committees, oversee data generation activities, coach/mentor team managers, and contribute to medical unit insights, communication, and cross‑functional collaboration.
How You Will Contribute Overarching Responsibilities
Strategic responsibility for zasocitinib rheumatology Phase 4 programs
TA and/or product focus may evolve to support priorities of the organization
Oversee and delegate execution of medical strategies, partner with PM to track progress, and communicate periodic reports
Develop US Product Medical Strategy
Co‑develop/coordinate with the medical unit and provide medical input into the near‑term and long‑term strategic direction for assigned product/franchise
Accountable for development and ongoing updates to product‑specific medical strategies in partnership with the medical unit
Collaborate with VEG team to develop evidence generation strategy
Develop long‑term lifecycle management strategy and tactics (HEOR, etc.)
Collaborate with PM to develop and maintain medical landscape and insights to inform strategy
Leverage advanced AI tools and data analytics to inform, shape, and support medical strategies, foster innovation, and improve efficiencies
Identify critical opportunities to leverage emerging AI technologies to improve rheumatology patient care and the broader healthcare landscape
Medical Expert
Serve as the in‑house medical and scientific expert for therapies within the assigned TA and represent medical affairs at various internal and external meetings for zasocitinib rheumatology programs/indications
Insights Generation
Generate insights – develop and execute ad board strategies, partner with PM as applicable, gather insights from field medical and other sources
Understand and communicate insights: synthesize summarized insights and implications from relevant sources to medical unit and cross‑functional stakeholders, and update medical landscape and strategy
External Engagement
Develop external KOL relationships and insights through advisory boards, professional associations/meetings, conferences, etc.; manage global interactions with US KOLs
Partner with US Strategic Medical Alliances group on external partnership and government affairs as appropriate
Budget Management
Accountable for budget and ongoing budget management in partnership with PM or delegates, and in concert with TA Head
Execution / Content Creation
Partner with the medical unit functional leads to ensure strategic alignment of relevant franchise/product medical strategy and its execution into tactics (e.g., Grants, Medical Communications, Publications, Research, Field Medical, etc.)
Support medical review of appropriate materials as part of medical and commercial review processes
Internal Engagement
Lead and coordinate with the medical unit, attend regular meetings, and represent on the SLT
Represent medical affairs in cross‑functional and cross‑division meetings on global medical forums, commercial and product forums, etc.
Provide input into confidential new business development
Leadership Behaviors
Demonstrates strategic enterprise thinking, innovative patient‑centric solutions, and builds trust and reputation
Creates an environment that inspires and enables people to move the organization forward
Focuses on a few priorities and delivers superior results
Elevates the capabilities of the organization for now and the future
Demonstrates strong communication and influence skills across all levels and externally
Exhibits executive presence and strategic storytelling
Oversees and delegates, managing stakeholders effectively
Builds strong partnerships and collaboration
Minimum Requirements/Qualifications
Advanced Doctoral Degree (MD, DO, PhD, PharmD)
12+ years of pharmaceutical industry experience; 7+ years of relevant clinical practice, research, academic
Experience with clinical research, publication activities, congress presentations, and public speaking
Dermatology and/or rheumatology experience
Proficiency in evaluating, adopting, and embedding AI‑powered solutions and platforms within medical affairs
Ability to leverage advanced AI tools and data analytics to inform and guide medical strategies
Dedication to ongoing education in emerging AI technologies, trends, and implications for patient care
Commitment to upholding the highest standards of data privacy, ethics, and regulatory compliance in AI application
Travel up to 30%, primarily domestic
More About Us At Takeda, we transform patient care through development of novel specialty pharmaceuticals and best‑in‑class patient support programs. We are a patient‑focused company that inspires and empowers 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, united by our unwavering commitment to deliver Better Health and a Brighter Future worldwide.
This position is currently classified as “hybrid” in accordance with Takeda’s Hybrid and Remote Work policy.
Compensation And Benefits Summary Location: Cambridge, MA
U.S. Base Salary Range: $228,900.00 - $359,700.00
U.S. based employees may be eligible for short‑term and/or long‑term incentives, medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, short‑term and long‑term disability coverage, basic life insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid volunteer time off, company holidays, well‑being benefits, up to 80 hours of sick time, and up to 120 hours of paid vacation per calendar year.
EEO Statement Takeda is proud of 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.
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Job Description About the role The Senior Director will serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME), represent USMA on internal committees and external experts/committees, oversee data generation activities, coach/mentor team managers, and contribute to medical unit insights, communication, and cross‑functional collaboration.
How You Will Contribute Overarching Responsibilities
Strategic responsibility for zasocitinib rheumatology Phase 4 programs
TA and/or product focus may evolve to support priorities of the organization
Oversee and delegate execution of medical strategies, partner with PM to track progress, and communicate periodic reports
Develop US Product Medical Strategy
Co‑develop/coordinate with the medical unit and provide medical input into the near‑term and long‑term strategic direction for assigned product/franchise
Accountable for development and ongoing updates to product‑specific medical strategies in partnership with the medical unit
Collaborate with VEG team to develop evidence generation strategy
Develop long‑term lifecycle management strategy and tactics (HEOR, etc.)
Collaborate with PM to develop and maintain medical landscape and insights to inform strategy
Leverage advanced AI tools and data analytics to inform, shape, and support medical strategies, foster innovation, and improve efficiencies
Identify critical opportunities to leverage emerging AI technologies to improve rheumatology patient care and the broader healthcare landscape
Medical Expert
Serve as the in‑house medical and scientific expert for therapies within the assigned TA and represent medical affairs at various internal and external meetings for zasocitinib rheumatology programs/indications
Insights Generation
Generate insights – develop and execute ad board strategies, partner with PM as applicable, gather insights from field medical and other sources
Understand and communicate insights: synthesize summarized insights and implications from relevant sources to medical unit and cross‑functional stakeholders, and update medical landscape and strategy
External Engagement
Develop external KOL relationships and insights through advisory boards, professional associations/meetings, conferences, etc.; manage global interactions with US KOLs
Partner with US Strategic Medical Alliances group on external partnership and government affairs as appropriate
Budget Management
Accountable for budget and ongoing budget management in partnership with PM or delegates, and in concert with TA Head
Execution / Content Creation
Partner with the medical unit functional leads to ensure strategic alignment of relevant franchise/product medical strategy and its execution into tactics (e.g., Grants, Medical Communications, Publications, Research, Field Medical, etc.)
Support medical review of appropriate materials as part of medical and commercial review processes
Internal Engagement
Lead and coordinate with the medical unit, attend regular meetings, and represent on the SLT
Represent medical affairs in cross‑functional and cross‑division meetings on global medical forums, commercial and product forums, etc.
Provide input into confidential new business development
Leadership Behaviors
Demonstrates strategic enterprise thinking, innovative patient‑centric solutions, and builds trust and reputation
Creates an environment that inspires and enables people to move the organization forward
Focuses on a few priorities and delivers superior results
Elevates the capabilities of the organization for now and the future
Demonstrates strong communication and influence skills across all levels and externally
Exhibits executive presence and strategic storytelling
Oversees and delegates, managing stakeholders effectively
Builds strong partnerships and collaboration
Minimum Requirements/Qualifications
Advanced Doctoral Degree (MD, DO, PhD, PharmD)
12+ years of pharmaceutical industry experience; 7+ years of relevant clinical practice, research, academic
Experience with clinical research, publication activities, congress presentations, and public speaking
Dermatology and/or rheumatology experience
Proficiency in evaluating, adopting, and embedding AI‑powered solutions and platforms within medical affairs
Ability to leverage advanced AI tools and data analytics to inform and guide medical strategies
Dedication to ongoing education in emerging AI technologies, trends, and implications for patient care
Commitment to upholding the highest standards of data privacy, ethics, and regulatory compliance in AI application
Travel up to 30%, primarily domestic
More About Us At Takeda, we transform patient care through development of novel specialty pharmaceuticals and best‑in‑class patient support programs. We are a patient‑focused company that inspires and empowers 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, united by our unwavering commitment to deliver Better Health and a Brighter Future worldwide.
This position is currently classified as “hybrid” in accordance with Takeda’s Hybrid and Remote Work policy.
Compensation And Benefits Summary Location: Cambridge, MA
U.S. Base Salary Range: $228,900.00 - $359,700.00
U.S. based employees may be eligible for short‑term and/or long‑term incentives, medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, short‑term and long‑term disability coverage, basic life insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid volunteer time off, company holidays, well‑being benefits, up to 80 hours of sick time, and up to 120 hours of paid vacation per calendar year.
EEO Statement Takeda is proud of 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.
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