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Job Description

People First - At Takeda we are dedicated to improving the health and well-being of all people and bringing them the hope of a brighter future. It is our passion that transforms every job into meaningful action. Our people are the heart of Takeda. 

Our team is growing and for this we need bright minds with creativity and flexibility – what talent do you have? 

We are currently hiring for a Medical Communication Manager GI and Inflammation (all genders) on a permanent contract for our Swiss local office in Glattpark (Opfikon).

ROLE OBJECTIVE

The Medical Communication Manager will effectively communicate scientific data through various channels, build digital customer journeys, develop a strong scientific communication plan aligned with the medical plan and strategic business objectives, and drive innovative programs within the Therapeutic Area.

ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Leading and executing Medical Education and communication programs in collaboration with Field/Medical Advisors, ensuring strong alignment with medical strategy and effective delivery of educational/scientific content to HCPs.
• Building Next Generation Customer Excellence (NGCE) programs, focusing on OCE communication and developing comprehensive customer journeys, including in-person and digital channels.
• Implement innovative programs and initiatives within the Therapeutic Area to enhance scientific communication and education.
• Oversee and execute processes to support educational and scientific initiatives.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key external stakeholders, including KOLs, researchers, and healthcare professionals, to ensure effective communication and education programs.
• Author and oversee the development of scientific publications, ensuring high-quality and impactful dissemination of research and clinical data in close collaboration with the Medical Advisor.

Leadership

• Leading development of a robust scientific communication plan that aligns with the medical strategy plan and strategic business objectives, ensuring cohesive and strategic dissemination of information by fostering a culture of innovation and excellence.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment of communication strategies with broader cross-functional team.
• Mentor and guide team members to enhance their capabilities in scientific communication and project management.
• Act as ambassador for compliance, ethics, and Takeda-ism

SKILLS and Capabilities

Critical Skills/competencies

• Completed studies in Pharmacy, Medicine, or a scientific field (preferably with a PhD)
• Conversational level of German or French; very good conversational English
• Professional experience within pharma or comparable, preferable Medical Affairs
• A good understanding of scientific data, and their interpretation
• Experience in managing the execution of educational or communication initiatives of advantage.
• Experience working in a cross-functional and/or matrix environment
• High level of agility as well as teamwork skills and enjoyment of interdisciplinary collaboration
• High level of adaptability and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Strong focus on continuous improvement and driving innovative solutions.

Capabilities

• Scientific Expertise: In-depth knowledge of the scientific data and developments within the Therapeutic Area.
• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Innovation: Creative thinking and development of new programs and initiatives advancing scientific communication and education.
• Digital Savvy: Proficiency in digital communication and the creation of effective digital customer journeys.
• Collaboration: Strong interpersonal skills for building and maintaining relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Organizational Skills: High level of skills for managing the execution of multiple projects and initiatives effectively.
• Strategic Alignment: Ability to align the scientific communication plan with medical and business strategic objectives.

Empowering our people to shine

At Takeda, we earn the trust of society and our customers through our values of Takeda-ism: Integrity, Fairness, Honesty, Perseverance. We incorporate these values in everything we do. They represent who we are and how we act. They help us make decisions that we can be proud of today and in the future. We enable our employees to develop their full potential. As a global top employer, we offer exciting career paths, promote innovation, and strive for top performance in everything we do. Takeda fosters an inclusive, collaborative, and international work environment where our teams are united by their relentless commitment to our goal of improving people's health and creating a better future for the world. Learn more at takedajobs.com. 

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

At our heart are committed colleagues. We offer interested people numerous opportunities and strongly believe in, and promote, diversity, equity, and inclusion. As a company we offer roles based on merit, welcoming candidates of any gender, age, religious belief, race or ethnic origin or disability. 

If you are interested in this opportunity, we look forward to receiving your application via our online tool! 

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