Lead, R&D and Portfolio Communications

Lead, Research & Development And Portfolio Communications

Takeda is a global, values-based, R&D-driven biopharmaceutical leader committed to bringing better health and a brighter future to people worldwide. Our passion and pursuit of potentially life-changing treatments for patients are deeply rooted in over 240 years of heritage. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where employees can thrive and make a meaningful impact.

Our Global Communications (GC) organization is taking on big challenges to deliver on Takeda's vision. We are shapers and protectors of Takeda's culture and reputation, building trust with external and internal stakeholders, and fostering ambassadorship. Join us as Lead, Research & Development (R&D) and Portfolio Communications (Associate Director Level) in our Cambridge, MA office.

The R&D and Portfolio Communications team is charged with leading communications for Takeda's pipeline and marketed / established brands portfolio across specific therapeutic areas. This position reports to the Head of Rare Disease Communications, though works across all therapeutic areas, and offers opportunities for advancement within the GC team. The individual in this role will be empowered to create, implement, unify and deploy Takeda's external and internal positioning that protects and enhances our reputation across our marketed / established brands portfolio. This position will play a crucial role in protecting and enhancing Takeda's reputation, ensuring that our communications align with our mission to provide life-transforming treatments. The ideal candidate will be skilled not only in product communications as well as issues and crisis communications, but also in using AI tools and technology to drive efficiency and innovation.

If you are a strategic communicator with a passion for healthcare and managing complex product communication challenges, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Position Objectives

• Execute comprehensive communication planning, agile strategies and continuous monitoring across Takeda's marketed brands portfolio and pipeline.
• Develop and build a center of excellence for therapeutic issues and crises communications, including a robust framework for readiness and response capabilities.
• Proactively managing therapeutic lifecycle and program changes, crafting messaging, mitigating emerging risks and protecting Takeda's reputation.
• Enable a "One Takeda" approach to ensure consistency in our communications approach across various external and internal stakeholders, regions, and therapeutic programs.
• Develop and maintain relevant communications framework(s), template resources, a best practice messaging library and leverage Agentic AI / AI agents to support regional and country-level Takeda communication team members.
• Serve as a trusted communications counsel for relevant cross-functional partners and project teams, and working closely with Global Issues Communications, regional / country and Therapeutic Area Communications teams as needed.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including commercial, regulatory, legal, R&D, and medical affairs, to ensure cohesive communication strategies.
• Success in this role will be measured by the effectiveness of communication strategies, media coverage, and the ability to manage and mitigate complex issues.

Position Responsibilities

Education, Behavioral Competencies and Skills

Travel Requirements

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 : USA - MA - Cambridge - Kendall Square - 500

U.S. Base Salary Range : $153,600.00 - $241,340.00

The estimated salary range reflects an anticipated range for this position. The actual base salary offered may depend on a variety of factors, including the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and / or from which they will be performing the job. The actual base salary offered will be in accordance with state or local minimum wage requirements for the job location.

U.S. based employees may be eligible for short-term and / or long-term incentives. U.S. based employees may be eligible to participate in medical, dental, vision insurance, a 401(k) plan and company match, short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, a tuition reimbursement program, paid volunteer time off, company holidays, and well-being benefits, among others. U.S. based employees are also eligible to receive, per calendar year, up to 80 hours of sick time, and new hires are eligible to accrue up to 120 hours of paid vacation.

EEO Statement

Takeda is proud in its commitment to creating a diverse workforce and providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, genetic information or characteristics, marital status, status as a Vietnam era veteran, special disabled veteran, or other protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws, and any other characteristic protected by law.