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Global Medical Lead, Neuroscience, Orexin Pipeline

Employer
Takeda
Location
Cambridge, Massachusetts
Start date
Jan 28, 2025
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Discipline
Science/R&D, Neuroscience
Required Education
Doctorate/PHD/MD
Position Type
Full time
Hotbed
Genetown, Best Places to Work

Job Details

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Job Description

OBJECTIVES:

  • Work with the Global Medical Unit Head (GMUH) to develop and execute multi-year global medical strategy for Orexin Franchise, appropriately aligned with overall strategy and incorporating R&D functional strategies (clinical, regulatory, GEO, PV, compliance)

  • Work with the GMUH on the development and in-year implementation of the Global medical plan and/or support in-year plan definition and implementation by International Medical Affairs. Inherent is Orexin launch planning and excellence

  • Collaborate closely with region/locs to incorporate global unmet medical needs in MST plans as deemed fit.

  • Provide leadership and build strong global evidence generation plans with regional/loc feedback to support patient access

  • Serve as Global Medical representative on standing and project-based cross-functional teams

  • As needed, provide Medical review to Global promotional and non-promotional materials

  • Act as a company representative interacting with external scientific leaders, patient advocacy groups and/or regulatory authorities

  • Establish appropriate strategic partnerships with centers of excellence and KOLs in areas of scientific interest

  • Serve as a Global Medical representative on business development opportunities

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Support definition of global medical strategy and plans

  • Work with the GMUH and Medical Sub-team (MST) to develop medical strategy, including e.g. in-line R&D LCM strategy, publications strategy, congress strategy, customer interaction strategy, and the scientific communication platform for the disease area / brand(s), aligned with product strategy. Included is Orexin pre- and post-launch planning/strategy.

  • Support development of the in-year medical tactical plan and budget for the global initiatives

  • As delegated by the GMUH, co-lead functional (e.g. publications, medical communications, medical training) and in-line R&D teams in developing plans supporting global medical strategy

  • As delegated by the GMUH, collaborate with commercial to ensure aligned and medically appropriate commercial strategy, planning and execution.

  • As delegated by the GMUH, participate in development of product strategy; provide medical affairs and R&D inputs for product(s) to Product Strategy Team

Work with GMUH on in-year implementation of global medical strategy.

  • Development and implementation of Orexin medical launch plan.

  • Providing physician leadership for scientific communications, including standard responses and publications

  • Planning, designing and managing global and overseeing medical Advisory Boards

  • Providing medical review of Investigator Initiated Research (IIR) proposals and other grants through the grant approval process

  • Managing design and execution of clinical studies (phase IIIb/IV, disease registries, epidemiological studies, outcomes surveys, etc.) in close collaboration with Therapeutic Area Clinical Development head and Global clinical Operations

  • Managing completion of regulatory obligations

  • Monitoring and communicating progress against medical plan; propose and initiate initiatives as need to adjust to disease area requirements

  • Conducting medical review and approval of promotional and meeting materials

  • Serving as Global Medical representative on standing and project-based cross-functional teams

Interaction with external stakeholders in alignment with customer needs and medical strategy

  • Act as a company representative with external scientific leaders, policy makers, patient advocacy groups and/or regulatory authorities

  • Per medical strategy, establish and/or enhance partnerships with key academic institutions and develop relationships with key thought leaders

  • Per medical strategy, establish appropriate partnerships with KOLs in areas of scientific interest

  • Represent Medical Affairs at internal and external meetings

Maintenance of knowledge base

  • Serve as a key medical resource on the disease area and on specific products

  • Maintain a high level of expertise on the disease area

  • Develop and maintain knowledge of global pharmaceutical regulations, guidelines, codes of practices and Takeda policies related to all medical activities

  • As directed by the GMUH, develop, conduct, or participate in therapeutic training programs for Takeda internal departments

EDUCATION, BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS:

Required

  • MD/PHD with at least 5 years of demonstrated leadership in a pharmaceutical Medical Affairs role or clinical development role, preferably in the area of Neuroscience and Sleep Disorders

  • Experience working with International KOLs and delivering on a multinational value-proposition for the assigned product

  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively in complex matrix environments

  • Deep knowledge of pharmaceutical industry dynamics and trends including a good understanding of the life cycle of a brand from cross-functional perspectives (e.g. marketing, pricing and reimbursement, supply chain).

  • Excellent oral, written and presentation skills, including proven success in communicating ideas to build collaborative work relationships

  • Advanced interpersonal and negotiation skills including clear achievements in positively influencing key stakeholders

  • Fluency in English (or multiple languages is a plus)

Desired

  • Direct experience in drug development and/or good understanding of development techniques

  • Proven experience in and understanding of multiple regional/country markets

  • Deep understanding of the brand(s)/therapeutic area and the stakeholders’ needs

Travel Requirements

  • Availability to travel up to 30% of time

  • Location: Cambridge, MA

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:

USA - MA - Cambridge - Kendall Square - 500

U.S. Base Salary Range:

$169,400.00 - $266,200.00

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.

LocationsUSA - MA - Cambridge - Kendall Square - 500

Worker TypeEmployee

Worker Sub-TypeRegular

Time TypeFull time

Job Exempt

Yes

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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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