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Job Description

At Takeda, we are transforming the pharmaceutical industry through our R&D-driven market leadership and being a values-led company. To do this, we empower our people to realize their potential through life-changing work. Certified as a Global Top Employer, we offer stimulating careers, encourage innovation, and strive for excellence in everything we do. We foster an inclusive, collaborative workplace, in which our global teams are united by an unwavering commitment to deliver Better Health and a Brighter Future to people around the world.

PRIMARY DUTIES

• Work with the Global Medical Unit Head (GMUH) Mature Brands, to provide ongoing scientific support aligned with the GPT asset strategy and LOC/MCE needs to develop and execute a multi-year medical strategy for the specified products and disease areas, incorporating cross-functional strategies 9e.g. Commercial, MPD, Regulatory, MCE, and Regional/LOCs as appropriate). This is a complex role which will require balancing, creating and justifying prioritizations amongst numerous stakeholders with competing interests.

• Work with the GMUH on the development and execution of the medical plan.

• Serve as Global Medical expert and steward and custodian of scientific knowledge in collaboration with scientific communication partners.

• As needed, provide medical review to global promotional and non-promotional materials.

• Act as a company representative interacting with external scientific leaders, patient advocacy groups and/or regulatory authorities.

• Establish appropriate strategic partnerships with centers of excellence and KOLs in areas of scientific interest.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Global Medical Strategy for defined products aligned with asset strategy.

• Work with the GMUH on defining and implementing a GMA strategy, life cycle management, including e.g. strategy for publications, congresses, customer interaction, and the scientific communication for the disease area, aligned with overall product strategy and LOCs and regional LOCs and MCE.

• As delegated by the GMUH, lead functional (e.g. publications, medical communications, medical training) and relevant R&D teams in developing plans.

• As delegated by the GMUH, collaborate with commercial partners to ensure aligned and medically appropriate commercial strategy, planning and execution.

• Support design and execution of clinical studies (phase IV, disease registries, epidemiological studies, outcomes surveys, etc.) in close collaboration with MPD, Global Medical Evidence GEO and GPD as required.

• Serve as Global Medical Representative on standing and project-based cross-functional teams.

• Support LOCs on key local or regional projects

Interaction with internal and external stakeholders in alignment with customer needs and medical strategy.

• Act as a company representative with external scientific leaders, policy makers, patient advocacy groups and/or regulatory authorities.

• Develop, support, and prioritize a global KOL engagement strategy for the respective diseases.

• Per medical strategy, establish and/or enhance partnerships with key academic institutions and develop relationships with key thought leaders.

• Per medical strategy, establish appropriate partnerships with KOLs in areas of scientific interest.

• Represent Medical Affairs at internal and external meetings

• Present data on product/therapeutic area

Maintenance of knowledge base.

• Serve as a key medical resource on the disease area and on specific programs.

• Maintain a high level of expertise on the disease area.

• Develop and maintain knowledge of global pharmaceutical regulations, guidelines, codes of practices and Takeda policies related to all medical activities.

• As directed by the GMUH, develop, conduct or participate in therapeutic training programs for Takeda internal departments.

• Oversee medical review and approval of promotional and meeting materials.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• A medical degree or equivalent (M.D., Pharm.D., etc) is preferred

• > 5-8 years of experience in biopharmaceutical medicine, preferably within a matrix or franchise structure.

• Experience in medical affairs is required.

• Experience working in cross-functional teams at the brand or disease area levels in country, regional or global organizations is preferred.

• Experience in the disease area of interest through clinical experience, biopharmaceutical experience or education is preferred.

Key Skills, Abilities, and Competencies.

• Demonstrated business acumen and operational skills.

• Ability to think strategically and tactically from a medical perspective about how to support the launch and growth of a brand.

• Ability to work in a Global environment across diverse cultures.

• Ability to collaborate cross functionally.

• Ability to represent company’s interest in scientific forums as needed.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to manage teams and drive initiatives without direct line management authority.

• Results orientation and accountability.

• Good analytical skills as applied to medical, scientific and technical information. Unquestioned ethics are a must.

Complexity and Problem Solving

• Management of discrete medical projects and activities.

• Representation of GMA and contribution to a range of internal functional groups.

• External stakeholder management and engagement

Internal and External Contacts

• Position is accountable to Global Medical Unit Head Mature Brands.

• Internal: medical sub-team of the respective assets’ GPT.

• Internal: TAU, commercial, market access, publications and other sub-teams.

• External: academic, professional, regulatory, policy, patient advocacy leaders, strategic vendor partners

Other Job Requirements

• Ability to travel approximately 30% of time.

• Some activities may call for early or late meetings and attendances at scientific meetings on holidays and weekends.

WHAT TAKEDA CAN OFFER YOU:

• 401(k) with company match and Annual Retirement Contribution Plan

• Tuition reimbursement Company match of charitable contributions

• Health & Wellness programs including onsite flu shots and health screenings

• Generous time off for vacation and the option to purchase additional vacation days

• Community Outreach Programs

Empowering Our People to Shine

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MORE ABOUT US:

At Takeda, we are transforming patient care through the development of novel specialty pharmaceuticals and best in class patient support programs. Takeda is a patient-focused company that will inspire and empower you to grow through life-changing work.

Certified as a Global Top Employer, Takeda offers stimulating careers, encourages innovation, and strives for excellence in everything we do. We foster an inclusive, collaborative workplace, in which our teams are united by an unwavering commitment to deliver Better Health and a Brighter Future to people around the world.

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