Associate Director, Scientific Communications, Lung, Global Medical Affairs Oncology
Takeda
Summary
As part of the Global Medical Affairs Oncology team, you will report to the Scientific Communications Group Lead, Lung and help advance the organization's vision to cure cancer. In this role, you will play a key role in shaping and delivering publication and scientific communication strategies for assigned oncology programs. Your work will support the accurate, timely, and compliant communication of scientific and medical data to external audiences while helping ensure a consistent scientific voice across communication channels. You will collaborate with colleagues across medical affairs, clinical development, outcomes research, and regional and local teams to align scientific communications with broader medical strategies. You will also contribute to the development of foundational scientific content, strengthen scientific exchange, and help drive high-quality publication practices across programs.
Job description
How You Will Contribute
- Develop and execute publication and scientific communication plans in partnership with cross-functional teams to support product medical strategies.
- Lead publication planning activities by coordinating content development, timelines, and stakeholder alignment across assigned programs.
- Review scientific publications and materials to ensure accuracy, scientific rigor, and compliance with applicable standards and requirements.
- Partner with authors and external experts to facilitate content development and support effective scientific communication.
- Oversee vendors and publication resources to support delivery of publication plans, budgets, and operational objectives.
- Develop scientific communication materials including presentations, training resources, and other medical affairs content.
- Provide guidance and training to colleagues on publication strategy, execution best practices, and good publication practices.
Qualifications
Advanced degree (PhD, PharmD, or equivalent) in a scientific discipline (preferred) or a minimum of Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline plus commensurate long-term experience within pharmaceutical or biotech industry
- At least 5 years of healthcare or related experience, including 3 years of experience developing and executing medical publications within the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or medical communications field.
- Knowledge of publication planning processes and industry publication standards, including good publication practices, authorship guidelines, and scientific reporting standards.
- Experience managing multiple projects and delivering high-quality work in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interpret and communicate complex scientific and medical information.
- Experience managing external vendors, resources, or service providers to support program objectives.
- Understanding of pharmaceutical clinical development, clinical trial design, statistical methods, and clinical data reporting requirements.
- Experience working effectively with cross-functional and geographically diverse teams and using publication management systems and standard business software applications.
Travel Requirements
Up to 10% domestic and international travel required
Requirements
- Advanced degree (PhD, PharmD, or equivalent) in a scientific discipline preferred, or Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline plus commensurate long-term experience within pharmaceutical or biotech industry
- At least 5 years of healthcare or related experience
- 3 years of experience developing and executing medical publications within the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or medical communications field
- Knowledge of publication planning processes and industry publication standards, including good publication practices, authorship guidelines, and scientific reporting standards
- Experience managing multiple projects and delivering high-quality work in a fast-paced environment
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interpret and communicate complex scientific and medical information
- Experience managing external vendors, resources, or service providers to support program objectives
- Understanding of pharmaceutical clinical development, clinical trial design, statistical methods, and clinical data reporting requirements
- Experience working effectively with cross-functional and geographically diverse teams and using publication management systems and standard business software applications
Benefits
- Hybrid work policy
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- 401(k) Matching
- Paid Time Off
Company overview
Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited is a Japanese multinational pharmaceutical company founded in 1781 and incorporated in 1925. As one of the world's top 20 largest pharmaceutical companies by revenue and the third largest in Asia, Takeda specializes in developing and commercializing innovative medicines across several therapeutic areas including oncology, rare diseases, neuroscience, gastroenterology, plasma-derived therapies, and vaccines. With approximately 49,095 employees globally, the company operates research and development centers, manufacturing facilities, and commercial operations across 39 U.S. states and numerous countries worldwide. Takeda maintains dual headquarters in Tokyo and Osaka, Japan, with significant operations in Cambridge, Massachusetts, where it serves as the largest life sciences employer in the state. The company's patient-focused approach is guided by its Takeda-ism values of Integrity, Fairness, Honesty, and Perseverance, emphasizing a commitment to delivering life-transforming treatments while advancing sustainable healthcare solutions. Takeda's extensive portfolio includes both innovative biologics and small molecule drugs, supported by strategic acquisitions and partnerships that have expanded its capabilities in areas such as immuno-oncology and rare disease treatments.