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Medical Advisor

Auckland, Auckland

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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 R0136343 Date posted 01/23/2025 Location Auckland, Auckland

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Job Description

About Takeda

At Takeda, we are united by an unwavering commitment to deliver Better Health and a Brighter Future to people around the world.

Certified as a Top Employer for eight consecutive years, we offer fulfilling careers, encourage innovation, and strive for excellence in everything we do. As we continue looking ahead, we know that behind our greatest achievements, there is an engaged team of curious learners.

About the role

It is an exciting time to join our NZ business!

We are looking for a Medical Affairs professional to take ownership of the Medical strategy and activities with an initial focus on IBD and Neuroscience.

This is currently planned as a 12-month fixed-term contract based in Auckland. This hybrid (office and in-field based) role will report to the Medical Therapy Area Head in Sydney and closely collaborate with the New Zealand Commercial team to achieve our goals.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategy Development: Design a strategic medical plan for NZ, leveraging your clinical insights and expertise.
Tactical Medical Affairs Execution: Lead and execute on key medical activities such KOL engagement planning, Advisory Boards, peer to peer meetings and publications
Clinical Environment: Map and establish KOL and healthcare networks and relationships and report on clinical insights
Compliance: Advocate for medical standards, maintain ethical standards, and ensure alignment of promotional activities.
Collaboration: Contribute medical expertise within the NZ team to inform their decision making and planning
Travel: Some overnight travel, including weekends is required.

What we’re seeking:

Experience: At least 3 years in a Medical Affairs role and knowledge of the NZ medicines landscape.
Collaborative Spirit: Thrive in a hybrid, matrix organization, building strong relationships with diverse stakeholders.
Learning Agility: Adapt to rapidly changing environments and continuously develop new knowledge in evolving therapeutic areas.
Authentic Leadership: Influence and facilitate complex scientific discussions to drive consensus among diverse stakeholders.
Strategic Toolset: Employ a structured approach to project management, prioritisation, and proactive problem-solving.
Qualifications: Doctorate-level or equivalent qualifications in Science, Pharmacy, Medicine, or Healthcare.
Working rights: must already have working rights in New Zealand.

What awaits you:

We are committed to creating an exceptional employee experience, and we place your wellbeing at the heart of that.

Work-life Balance: Flexible and hybrid work arrangements
Growth and Development: Pursue rewarding career and development opportunities
Generous Leave: Paid summer holiday leave and additional purchased leave.
Inclusive Teams: A diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued, supported, and celebrated. Your unique attributes enrich our team, reflecting the diversity of our wider community.
Attractive Salary & Benefits: Competitive remuneration packages and market-leading benefits.

We welcome your application, even if you don’t have all the required experience, and encourage you to email us if we can provide any reasonable accommodations to enable your participation in this recruitment process

Locations

NZL - Auckland

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Fixed Term (Fixed Term)

Time Type

Full time

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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

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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.

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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.