Associate Medical Director, Global Medical Lead, Neuroscience

Company: Takeda Pharmaceutical
Location: Cherry Hill
Posted on: May 12, 2022

Job Description:

By clicking the "Apply" button, I understand that my employment application process with Takeda will commence and that the information I provide in my application will be processed in line with Takeda's and . I further attest that all information I submit in my employment application is true to the best of my knowledge.Job DescriptionAbout the role:At Takeda, we are a forward-looking, world-class R&D organization that unlocks innovation and delivers transformative therapies to patients. By focusing R&D efforts on four therapeutic areas and other targeted investments, we push the boundaries of what is possible in order to bring life-changing therapies to patients worldwide.Join Takeda as an Associate Medical Director, Global Medical Lead, Neuroscience - where you will be part of a multidisciplinary global team working together to develop new treatments for patients living with neurological diseases. You will be also collaborating with global experts, developing creative medical and scientific programs to fulfill unmet patient and medical needs in the neuroscience field. You will also collaborate with the Regions/Local Other Companies to incorporate global unmet medical needs in Medical Strategy Team plans. Provide leadership and build global evidence generation plans with Regional/LOC feedback to support patient access. As part of this Global Medical Affairs team, you will report to Global Medical Unit Head and work with Global Medical Affairs, Neuroscience.How you will contribute:

• Work with the Global Medical Unit Head (GMUH) and Medical Sub-Team (MST) to develop medical strategy, including e.g., in-line R&D LCM strategy, publications strategy, congress strategy, KOL engagement strategy, and the scientific communication platform for the disease area / brand(s), aligned with product strategy. Included is Soticlestat pre- and post-launch planning/strategy.
• Support development of the in-year medical plan and budget for the global initiatives
• Co-lead functional (e.g., publications, medical communications, medical training) and in-line R&D teams in developing plans supporting global medical strategy
• Collaborate with Commercial group to ensure commercial strategy is aligned and medically appropriate
• Support and lead Evidence Generation activities for global and regional cross functional collaboration including study design phase IV protocols. -
• Provide medical affairs and R&D inputs for product(s) to Product Strategy Team
• Monitoring and communicating progress of medical launch plan. Propose new initiatives to adjust to disease area requirements
• Planning, designing, and managing Global Medical Advisory Boards
• Managing design and execution of clinical studies (phase IIIb/IV, disease registries, epidemiological studies, outcomes surveys, etc.) in close collaboration with Therapeutic Area Clinical Development head and Global Clinical Operations. Managing completion of regulatory obligationsMinimum Requirements/Qualifications:
  • MD required
  • 3 years of demonstrated leadership in a pharmaceutical Medical Affairs role or clinical development role, preferably in the area of Pediatric Neurology, -epilepsy or pediatric epilepsy.
  • Experience leading a medium to large organization and influencing senior-level management and key stakeholders
  • Proven track record of leading and driving business process transformation and organizational culture change and delivering on programs with complex business deliverables.
  • Experience developing, leading and delivering evidence generation activities such as phase IV, collaborative studies, early access programs, systematic literature reviews, etc.What Takeda can offer you:
    • Competitive salary
    • Comprehensive Healthcare: Medical, Dental, and Vision
    • Financial Planning & Stability: 401(k) with company match and Annual Retirement Contribution Plan
    • 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 and company match of charitable contributions
    • Family Planning Support
    • Flexible Work Paths
    • Tuition reimbursementMore 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.Absent an approved religious or medical reason, all US office-based and lab-based Takeda employees who work fully on-site or in a hybrid model (as determined by Takeda) must be fully vaccinated to work at a Takeda site or to engage with Takeda colleagues or anyone else on behalf of Takeda. US field-based employees must be fully vaccinated as a condition of employment, absent an approved religious or medical reason. US employees who work at a Takeda manufacturing facility, and those who work at a BioLife center or BioLife lab, may be subject to different guidelines. If you are contacted by a Takeda recruiter about your job application, we encourage you to seek more information on the applicable guidelines for the Business Unit/Function to which you have applied.In accordance with the CO Equal Pay Act, Colorado Applicants Are Not Permitted to Apply.#LI-RMEEO StatementTakeda 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.LocationsBoston, MAWorker TypeEmployeeWorker Sub-TypeRegularTime TypeFull time

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