Summary

In this Associate Director level role, you will help bring scientific evidence to life through clear, accurate, and meaningful medical communications that support assigned neuroscience assets and programs. You will play a key role in ensuring scientific data is translated into communications that are relevant to healthcare professionals and aligned with medical strategy. Your work will contribute to the development of scientific content, educational resources, and congress-related communications that support effective scientific exchange across global audiences. You will be part of a collaborative, cross-functional environment that works across Medical Affairs, Clinical Development, and other partners to communicate evidence in a consistent and impactful way. You will also help drive innovation by applying digital channels and artificial intelligence-enabled tools that improve communication quality, operational efficiency, and stakeholder engagement.

Job description

About the Role

In this Associate Director level role, you will help bring scientific evidence to life through clear, accurate, and meaningful medical communications that support assigned neuroscience assets and programs. You will play a key role in ensuring scientific data is translated into communications that are relevant to healthcare professionals and aligned with medical strategy. Your work will contribute to the development of scientific content, educational resources, and congress-related communications that support effective scientific exchange across global audiences. You will be part of a collaborative, cross-functional environment that works across Medical Affairs, Clinical Development, and other partners to communicate evidence in a consistent and impactful way. You will also help drive innovation by applying digital channels and artificial intelligence-enabled tools that improve communication quality, operational efficiency, and stakeholder engagement.

How You Will Contribute

Develop and execute medical communication plans that align with medical strategy, evidence-generation activities, and healthcare professional engagement objectives.
Lead scientific content development by creating and maintaining core communication materials, slide decks, frequently asked questions, and other evidence-based resources.
Plan and deliver congress activities by supporting scientific booth content, symposia, educational materials, and insight-gathering initiatives.
Collaborate across functions to align priorities, timelines, and deliverables with global, regional, and local stakeholders.
Conduct medical content reviews by partnering with Legal and Regulatory colleagues to support accurate, balanced, and compliant communications.
Coordinate content development processes by preparing source materials, supporting content reuse, and identifying future content needs.
Apply digital and AI-enabled technologies to enhance planning, content development, visualization, review processes, and stakeholder engagement.
Manage execution and continuous improvement by monitoring key performance measures, managing vendors and timelines, identifying risks, and incorporating stakeholder insights into planning.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a life science or healthcare discipline.
Minimum of 6 to 10 years of experience in the biopharmaceutical industry or a closely related field, depending on degree level.
At least 3 years of experience in medical communications or a related Medical Affairs function within a global matrix environment.
Strong knowledge of drug development, clinical data interpretation, and medical strategy.
Knowledge of regulatory and legal requirements related to medical communications and medical review processes.
Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and influence stakeholders without direct authority.
Experience making decisions within scope, identifying risks, and driving solutions in a complex environment.
Experience applying artificial intelligence-enabled tools and digital technologies within scientific communications.
Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills with the ability to translate complex scientific information into clear communications.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a life science or healthcare discipline.
Minimum of 6 to 10 years of experience in the biopharmaceutical industry or a closely related field, depending on degree level.
At least 3 years of experience in medical communications or a related Medical Affairs function within a global matrix environment.
Strong knowledge of drug development, clinical data interpretation, and medical strategy.
Knowledge of regulatory and legal requirements related to medical communications and medical review processes.
Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and influence stakeholders without direct authority.
Experience making decisions within scope, identifying risks, and driving solutions in a complex environment.
Experience applying artificial intelligence-enabled tools and digital technologies within scientific communications.
Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills with the ability to translate complex scientific information into clear communications.

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.