Job Posting

Director, Global Medical Communications, Neuroscience

Boston, Massachusetts

Apply Now

Job Level: Senior
Travel: Minimal (if any)

Takeda has been translating science into breakthrough medicines for 240 years. Every step of the way, our teams have worked together to tackle some of the most challenging problems in drug discovery and development. Today, we’re a driving force behind innovative therapies that make a lasting difference to millions of patients around the world.

In R&D, all of our history and potential comes together in an environment that welcomes diversity of thought and amplifies every voice. Working closely with colleagues, you’ll play a key role in bringing our rich pipeline of products forward to help patients. Come join a team that’s earned trust for more than two centuries, and find out how advancing transformative therapies at Takeda will shape your bright future.

Job ID R0151299 Date posted 05/09/2025 Location Boston, Massachusetts

By clicking the “Apply” button, I understand that my employment application process with Takeda will commence and that the information I provide in my application will be processed in line with Takeda’sPrivacy Noticeand Terms of Use. I further attest that all information I submit in my employment application is true to the best of my knowledge.

Job Description

Pursuant to Section 20 C.F.R. 656.10, you are hereby notified that an application for Alien Employment Certification will be filed by Takeda Development Center Americas, Inc. for the following job opportunity:

JOB LOCATION: Cambridge, MA

POSITION: Director, Global Medical Communications, Neuroscience

POSITION DESCRIPTION: Takeda Development Center Americas, Inc. is seeking a Director, Global Medical Communications, Neuroscience with the following duties: lead global medical communication strategy related to a neuroscience launch asset. This includes demonstrating strategic leadership; deep subject matter expertise in neurobiology and sleep-wake disorders; managing Global Medical Communications planning and execution for neuroscience; responsibility for Medical Communication initiatives decision making to ensure quality and timely delivery of medical plans; managing asset resourcing and budgets to ensure quality and timely delivery of medical communication plans and that asset budget stays on track of financial targets; engaging with cross-functional teams to provide scientific leadership and technical expertise in neurobiology, communication planning, and sleep-wake disorders, contributing to launch readiness and life-cycle management of a medical unit; driving and leading diverse medical communication tactics related to core content, integrated communication plans, scientific communication platforms, internal medical training decks, HCP education, congress activities (pre-, peri and post-congress deliverables), medical booths, digital initiatives, and communication planning; offering a solution-oriented approach to inefficacies that contribute to continuous GMC improvement by identifying newer standards and industry trends; advising the Group Lead on methods to elevate performance of goals and delivery of medical communications plans; mentor and matrix manage global medical communications colleagues, fellows, managers, and senior managers; conduct medical aspects of Material Review and Approval; working with Legal and Regulatory colleagues to resolve questions and provide leadership in concept design and approval of promotional and non-promotional materials to ensure compliance with all legal and regulatory guidelines/policies and best practices. Up to 15% domestic and international travel required.

REQUIREMENTS: Ph.D. in Medicine, Molecular Genetics, Neuroscience, or related field, plus 6 years of related experience. Prior experience must include: lead Integrated Communication Planning including medical communications support during key congresses such as pre-congress deliverables and post congress reports; develop global scientific communications platforms (SCPs), lexicons, global communication, and publication plans with at least 3 years of experience in experimental design, data interpretation, and peer-reviewed publishing; demonstrate ability to building effective global relationships within a matrix organization resulting in lead and drive change; develop and execute on launch readiness plans and activities including leading Medical aspects of Medical-Legal-Regulatory review for Medical and Promotional materials.

Full time. $191,800 to $328,800 per year. Competitive compensation and benefits.

Qualified applicants can apply at https://jobs.takeda.com. Please reference job #R0151299 . EOE

Any individual may provide documentary evidence bearing on this application, with information on available workers and information on wages and working conditions, to the Certifying Officer, U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration, Office of Foreign Labor Certification, 200 Constitution Avenue, NW, Room N-5311, Washington, DC 20210.

Locations

Boston, MA

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time

Apply Now

During my 20-year journey here, I’ve been fully supported by my colleagues, and I can’t say enough about our rich internal talent and the long-standing values that drive our decisions as we work to develop important medicines for the patients we serve.

Doug Coffman - Head, R&D Asset Transition & Integration Office, R&D Regional & Business Operations

When making any type of decision, the first thing we ask is 'how will this impact patients?’ Ultimately, we’re laser focused on the best interests of the patient, and I truly believe we follow through on that.

Meredith Culp - VP, Head of Neuroscience Therapeutic Area Strategy & Operations and Head of Global Development Integration Office

Alison Handley, Head, Center for External Innovation

The heart of our work

Shining a light on new perspectives

What we believe in

Our values of Takeda-ism are Integrity, Fairness, Honesty and Perseverance, with Integrity as the core. These are brought to life through actions based on Patient, Trust, Reputation and Business, in that order.

Our belief in putting people first extends beyond our patients — it includes their families and communities, as well as our Takeda colleagues and their families.

We are committed to embracing our differences, valuing different perspectives, and fostering a culture of respect, inclusiveness and empowerment.

Our embedded Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I) strategy enables us to attract and retain exceptional talent, drives innovation, and helps address systemic inequalities in our communities.

Integrity
Fairness
Honesty
Perseverance

Working at Takeda

Inclusion
Here, you will feel welcomed, respected, and valued as a vital contributor to our global team.
Collaboration
A strong, borderless team, we strive together towards our priorities and inspiring mission.
Innovation
Bold initiatives, continuous improvement, and creativity are at the heart of how we bring scientific breakthroughs from the lab to patients.
Top Workplace
Recognized for our culture and way of working, we’re one of only 17 companies to receive Top Global Employer® status for 2024.
Work-Life
Our people-first mission extends beyond patients to include their families, communities, and our own Takeda family.
Empowerment
Through trust and respect, you will have genuine support from leaders, managers, and colleagues to do your best work.