Medical Affairs Senior Director, Oncology Colorectal Cancer

Medical Affairs Senior Director, Oncology Colorectal Cancer

Join Takeda as the Medical Affairs Senior Director, Oncology Colorectal Cancer. You will champion new and novel approaches to drug development Life Cycle Management (LCM) as well as partner with the US Oncology Business Unit (USOBU) and Oncology Therapeutic Area Unit (OTAU) as a stakeholder in the evolution of the emerging pipeline portfolio. Serve as a scientific / medical expert in oncology products and on Takeda therapeutics positioned in the disease states. Maintain and continue to build the highest level of scientific / medical acumen and serve as a leader and key resource for Takeda medical teams, cross functional partners and external stakeholders. Survey and translate scientific findings and market events to ensure awareness and alignment among internal partners on issues of potential impact to Takeda. You will report to the Head of US OBU Medical Affairs and the role is based in Cambridge, MA.

How you will contribute :

• Provide scientific leadership / guidance across USMAO activities for on Brand and advanced stage and / or pipeline molecules including : evidence data generation; data analysis and interpretation; publications; medical communication; medical training; medical information; and support market access & reimbursement needs for data generation, analysis and publications.
• Work in a multifunctional matrix organization with other USMAO functions, Regional and Global Medical Affairs functions, OTAU and other R&D functions, Oncology Business Unit (OBU) leaders, Takeda's Patient Advocacy team and external collaborations and alliances.
• Lead the development and implementation of Medical Strategy for US Medical Affairs Oncology : Coordinate across all Medical Affairs functions, R&D, and Commercial functions to develop and maintain the strategic plan; compliant execution of USMAO tactics; and excellence in standards and practices. Prepare, utilize and monitor the annual operating budget.
• Advance external collaborations with healthcare practitioners, research groups, payers and patient advocacy groups and assure strong collaboration across Takeda's organization
• Champion new and novel approaches to drug development Life Cycle Management (LCM). Partner with US Oncology Business Unit (USOBU) and Oncology Therapeutic Area Unit (OTAU) as a stakeholder in the evolution of the emerging pipeline portfolio.
• Serve as a scientific / medical expert in oncology products and on Takeda therapeutics positioned in the disease states.
• Maintain and continue to build the highest level of scientific / medical acumen and serve as a leader and key resource for Takeda medical teams, cross functional partners and external stakeholders.
• Survey and translate scientific findings and market events to ensure awareness and alignment among internal partners on issues of potential impact to Takeda.
• Act as a scientific lead for assimilation, dissemination and archiving of all content developed for various disease states.
• Provide leadership and scientific insight for the development of overall medical affairs strategies and for research, publications and CME strategies.
• Participate in and / or represent Medical Affairs and provide scientific and / or strategic insights on multiple therapeutic area / product teams as needed.
• Oversee medical & scientific training to US Medical Affairs and other functions across Takeda. Additionally, oversee development and communication of relevant medical training to appropriate partners in a timely fashion by field medical team.

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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. This position is currently classified as "hybrid" in accordance with Takeda's Hybrid and Remote Work policy.

Takeda Compensation and Benefits Summary :

We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. We are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices.

For Location : Cambridge, MA

U.S. Base Salary Range : $208,200.00 - $327,140.00

The estimated salary range reflects an anticipated range for this position