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Job Description

About the role:

The Medical Communications & Scientific Publications, Associate Director manages and performs work related to publication operations for traditional, print, or digital media. This role involves planning and organizing the entire publication process, coordinating with external vendors, and ensuring the quality of the final product. By optimizing the publication process, this role supports Takeda's mission to bring better health to people and a brighter future to the world. You will report to the Group Lead, Immunology, Global Scientific Communications

How you will contribute:

Lead the Scientific Publications Team meeting and annual workshops to drive the development of the strategical global publication plan for the assigned programs with the ability to lead and collaborate effectively across numerous and diverse internal and external stakeholdersProvide and lead high-level strategic thinking for innovative strategies in developing and disseminating Takeda’s scientific and medical data at the Global levelEnsure and communicate regular updates to relevant key stakeholders to facilitate ongoing functional and regional planning and inform dependenciesCollaborate with external authors and journals for the planning, integration, and execution of all publication activitiesCreate a spirit of cooperation and collaboration and foster diversity of opinion and an environment of psychological safety and open communication in the establishment and execution of annual program strategies, objectives, tactics and prioritiesBring deep subject matter expertise on innovative and compliant publication strategies, tactics and policiesEnsure that all of Takeda’s publication related activities are conducted according to Takeda’s standards, SOPs, applicable working instructions and, industry standards and educate on these policies as necessaryEnsure high scientific quality, alignment with medical strategy and adherence to compliance/legal requirementsManage 3rd-party vendors to ensure delivery of quality publications on time and on budgetCreate, review and oversee the publication budget and serve as a financial steward in the creation of publication deliverable approaches and in the use of external vendorsEnsure that vendors are properly trained to and comply with Takeda’s standards, on SOPs, company systems and tools while managing all vendor partners to execute the tactical plan effectively and efficiently for their assigned publication projects

What you bring to Takeda:

A higher education degree (M.D., Pharm.D., Ph.D.), or master’s degree in biomedical discipline or equivalent with demonstrated experience in publication management3-8+ years of pharmaceutical industry experience, at least half of which is in Medical Affairs3-5+ years’ experience in medical publications/communications, or other related areas within the biopharmaceutical industry within a matrix structure, in Medical Affairs or Clinical Development (e.g. clinical scientist, medical information, medical communications, medical information, publications).CMPP certification preferredPrior experience in immune-mediated inflammatory diseases is preferred, especially in immunoglobulin A nephropathy and immune thrombocytopeniaUnderstanding of the pharmaceutical drug development process, clinical trial design and execution, statistical methods, and clinical trial data reporting requirements.Deep knowledge of scientific publication planning processes and industry standards for reporting scientific studies including but not limited to GPPICMJE, COPECONSORT, STROBE, PRISMAExperience and knowledge of publication management software/systemsAbility to foster diversity of opinion and an environment of open communication and trustDemonstrated ability in coordinating and implementing simultaneous projects within a complex global matrix and align region and country-specific priorities into a unified approach that meets multiple stakeholder needsProactive, enterprise thinker with multicultural outlook, and the ability to work effectively in a geographically and functionally diverse organization. Experience in vendor and budget management

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.

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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:

Boston, MA

U.S. Base Salary Range:

149,100.00 - 234,300.00

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.

LocationsBoston, MA

Worker TypeEmployee

Worker Sub-TypeRegular

Time TypeFull time

Job Exempt

Yes