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Associate Director, Global Medical Communications, Immunology

Employer
Takeda
Location
Boston, Massachusetts
Start date
Nov 12, 2024
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Job Description

    Objectives/Purpose

    The Associate Director, Global Medical Communications, Immunology is a key strategic partner of the Global Medical Affairs team, responsible for dynamically driving the strategic planning and tactical execution of the comprehensive medical communications plan as a central component of the global medical strategy for assigned assets.

    In strategic partnership with cross-functional stakeholders, the Associate Director, Global Medical Communications, Immunology will:

    • Lead the planning and execution of the integrated congress plans including oversight of content for and design of the Medical Affairs booth, creation of FAQs, collection and generation of scientific insights, scientific symposia as well as pre-con, post-con and daily debrief meetings
    • Lead the development of scientific communication platform and core communication objectives in collaboration with cross-functional team
    • Drive the development and updating of medical communications materials (scientific communication platform, lexicon, core slide decks, communication plan, etc)
    • Generate scientific content for internal and external medical communications-related activities such as scientific slide decks and digital assets for use during internal education, scientific symposia and medical affairs advisory boards
    • Serve as the medical approver during the formal review process for medical materials
    • Develop materials for use by field medical
    • Evaluate and recommend speakers for medical communication events
    • Develop materials related to publications of critical importance to the company.
    • Ensure that all medical communication initiatives remain on strategy, within budget, and are executed in a timely manner.
    • Coordinate with the Group Lead to monitor performance of goals and delivery of medical communications plans
    • Oversee budget, financial forecasting, and vendor management for assigned asset(s)

    Minimum Requirements/Qualifications

    • Advanced medical degree (PharmD, PhD, MD, RN, MS) preferred
    • Minimum 5 years of experience (for candidates with doctoral degrees) or 7 years of experience (for candidates with masters degrees) in the biopharmaceutical industry, preferably within a matrixed structure and medical affairs roles
    • Critical thinker able to understand complex disease states, datasets and strategic scenarios
    • Prior experience in immune-mediated inflammatory diseases is preferred, especially in dermatology and/or gastrointestinal disease
    • Strong collaborator able to inspire teamwork and focus on priorities
    • Experience in medical communications strategy, planning, and execution required
    • Experience overseeing medical communications agencies and managing budget, or experience working at a medical communications agency
    • Good knowledge of medical communication approaches and best practices
    • Familiarity with international regulatory and legal guidelines regarding medical communication strategy and execution is a plus
    • Up to 20% travel for congresses and offsite meetings may be required

    More about us:

    At Takeda, we are transforming patient care through the development of novel specialty pharmaceuticals and best in class patient support programs. Takeda is a patient-focused company that will inspire and empower 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, in which our teams are united by an unwavering commitment to deliver Better Health and a Brighter Future to people around the world.

    This position is currently classified as "hybrid" in accordance with Takeda's Hybrid and Remote Work policy.

    #LI-Hybrid

    Takeda Compensation and Benefits Summary

    We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. We are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices.

    For Location:

    Boston, MA

    U.S. Base Salary Range:

    149,100.00 - 234,300.00

    The estimated salary range reflects an anticipated range for this position. The actual base salary offered may depend on a variety of factors, including the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job.The actual base salary offered will be in accordance with state or local minimum wage requirements for the job location.

    U.S. based employees may be eligible for short-term and/or long-termincentives. U.S.based employees may be eligible to participate in medical, dental, vision insurance, a 401(k) plan and company match, short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, a tuition reimbursement program, paid volunteer time off, company holidays, and well-being benefits, among others. U.S.based employees are also eligible to receive, per calendar year, up to 80 hours of sick time, and new hires are eligible to accrue up to 120 hours of paid vacation.

    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.

    LocationsBoston, MA

    Worker TypeEmployee

    Worker Sub-TypeRegular

    Time TypeFull time

    Job Exempt

    Yes

    Company

    For over 240 years, Takeda’s propensity to evolve has driven the next generation of innovation. Today, our organization spans the globe—colleagues across business units and functions face challenges head-on to deliver life-transforming treatments, guided by our commitment to patients, our people and the planet.

    As a values-based, R&D-driven biopharmaceutical leader headquartered in Japan, we focus our R&D efforts on four therapeutic areas: Oncology, Rare Genetics and Hematology, Neuroscience, and Gastroenterology (GI). We also make targeted R&D investments in Plasma-Derived Therapies and Vaccines. In addition to our R&D efforts, we’re laser-focused on harnessing the power of data, digital, and technology to improve health outcomes for patients across the globe.

     

    Since our founding in Japan, integrity and putting patients first have been at the heart of our identity. We're proud of our employees and their commitment to improving the quality of life for patients, and to working with our partners in health care in approximately 80 countries and regions. With each new breakthrough comes opportunities to develop your career, hone new skills, and create a brighter future

    For more information, visit https://jobs.takeda.com/

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    650 East Kendall Street
    Cambridge
    MA
    02421
    United States

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