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Medical Advisor/Senior Medical Advisor

Sydney, New South Wales
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  • Job Type: Full Time
  • 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 R0166442 Date posted 10/28/2025 Location Sydney, New South Wales

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Job Description

About Takeda

Takeda is a patient-focused company that inspires and empowers you to grow through life changing work. As a Global Top Employer, we offer more than just a job, we provide a career journey. Our teams are united by a commitment to deliver Better Health and a Brighter Future to people around the world.

Join Takeda as a Medical Advisor/Senior Medical Advisor in Dermatology

As we advance our innovative pipeline here at Takeda, we’re seeking a Medical Advisor/Senior Medical Advisor to lead strategic medical affairs in dermatology. You’ll be at the forefront of scientific leadership, patient safety, and cross-functional collaboration, driving medical plans that align with corporate goals and patient needs.

If you’re passionate about dermatology, committed to patient-centric care, and eager to work with thought leaders and cross-functional teams, we’d love to meet you.

What you will do:

  • Develop and oversee local Medical Affairs activities in Dermatology.
  • Create and execute medical plans for both pipeline assets and inline brands.
  • Provide medical/scientific input to global and local teams.
  • Lead or participate in key medical activities such as Advisory Boards and medical education.
  • Build relationships with key opinion leaders and healthcare organizations.
  • Support company-sponsored and investigator-initiated studies.
  • Provide scientific and clinical expertise to stakeholders.
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory norms and internal policies.
  • Prioritize patient safety and support patient access programs.

What you’ll bring:

  • Doctoral Degree in Life Science, PharmD, Ph.D., MD, or equivalent.
  • Demonstrated Medical Affairs experience in the pharmaceutical industry.
  • Proficiency in leveraging AI-generated insights and digital tools.
  • Experience in dermatology necessary and product launch preferred.
  • Strong scientific leadership and ethical judgment.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
  • Ability to travel for meetings and client sites, including overnight travel.

Why you’ll love working here

  • Based in The Rocks, Sydney. Work a flexible hybrid week
  • Be part of a dynamic, innovative team improving patient outcomes.
  • Enjoy a diverse and inclusive culture that celebrates your unique background.
  • Access market-leading benefits and flexible working and leave options.
  • Make a real difference in patients’ lives.
  • Benefit from a comprehensive wellbeing program supporting your social, financial, mental, and physical health.

We aim for all employees to feel equally valued, supported, and celebrated. Your unique attributes, such as culture, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, and age, truly enrich our team, reflecting the diversity of our wider community.

If you’re ready to bring your curiosity, creativity, and collaborative spirit to Takeda, apply now. Even if you don’t tick every box, we’d still love to hear from you!

Locations

Sydney, Australia

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time
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Glassdoor Reviews and Company Rating
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

Our culture and shared values make us like a family here at Takeda. It doesn't feel like work when you're doing something you love with people you love, and when your outcome is really fantastic.

Alison Handley, Head, Center for External Innovation

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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 2025.

  • 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.

We're Steadfast In Our Commitment to Four Key Imperatives

Patient


Responsibly translate science into highly innovative medicines and accelerate access to improve lives worldwide.

People


Create an exceptional people experience.

Planet


Protect our planet.

Data & Digital


Transform Takeda into the most trusted, data-driven, outcomes-based biopharmaceutical company.

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