Director, Global Medical Communications, Immunology

Takeda • Boston, MA

8d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Director, Global Medical Communications, Immunology, is a dynamic, strategic role within Global Medical Affairs responsible for driving the strategic planning and tactical execution of the comprehensive medical communications plan as a central component of the global medical strategy for assigned assets. You will be responsible for strategic development, prioritization, and execution of medical communication and integrated scientific communication plans encompassing tactics such as: core content, scientific communication platforms, training content, FAQs, symposia, congress materials, medical education materials, etc., all in close partnership with the relevant Immunology strategy units. Apply novel digital solutions such as virtual reality and interactive technology in immunology congress and scientific communication strategies. Lead medical review of promotional and non-promotional materials Apply medical communications expertise, therapeutic area knowledge, and business acumen to advance the therapeutic area and global scientific communication strategy. Utilize AI-enabled strategies and platforms where applicable in medical communication process, material development and review

Requirements

• A relevant healthcare degree is required. A medical or scientific degree (MD, PharmD, PhD, RN, MS, etc) is preferred
• Minimum 8 years of experience in the biopharmaceutical industry, preferably within a matrix structure and medical affairs roles (e.g. Medical Science Liaison, Medical Information, Medical Communications, Medical Education, Publications) for candidates with doctoral degree. Minimum 10 years experience in the biopharmaceutical industry for candidates with a master's degree
• Experience in medical communications strategy, planning, and execution required
• Strong collaborator able to inspire teamwork
• Prior experience in medical dermatology preferred
• Experience in leveraging AI tools and/or digital technologies in scientific communications
• Critical thinker able to understand complex scenarios and focus on priorities
• Familiarity with international regulatory and legal guidelines regarding medical communication strategy and execution
• Up to 20% travel for congresses and offsite meetings may be required

Responsibilities

• Lead and be accountable for asset level medical communication strategies and implementation, as part of the integrated scientific communication strategy, and in alignment with the asset Medical strategy
• Proactively Interfaces with cross-functional teams to provide scientific leadership and technical expertise across a disease state area, contributing to launch and life-cycle management of Immunology franchise; collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and execute integrated scientific data dissemination plans
• Lead the planning and execution of the integrated congress plans including oversight of content for and design of the Medical Affairs booth, creation of FAQs, collection and generation of scientific insights, scientific symposia as well as pre-con, post-con and daily debrief meetings, applying AI when applicable
• Lead the development and updating of medical communication materials (scientific communication platform, lexicon, core slide decks, communication plan etc.).
• Explore and pilot the use of AI and digital technologies to optimize medical communication workflows and processes, including innovative and engaging approaches to data visualization, scientific storytelling, impact analysis and tracking.
• Use Project Management digital tools to plan, execute, and monitor projects
• Integrate AI-powered assistants, such as Microsoft 365 Copilot, to help with scheduling, reminders, and providing quick answers to common queries.
• Mentorship or matrix management of global medical communications colleagues, fellows, managers, and senior managers
• Oversee budget, financial forecasting, and vendor management for assigned asset(s); track spend and deadline utilizing the current digital tools
• Stay updated with the latest advancements in Medical Communication best practices, including latest AI advancements and their integration into Scientific Communication strategies
• Coordinate with the Group Lead to monitor performance of goals and delivery of medical communications plans
• Serve as the medical approver during the formal review process for medical materials
• Work with Legal and Regulatory colleagues to resolve questions and provide leadership in concept design and approval of promotional and non-promotional materials
• Explore digital tools including AI to accelerate material review and approval

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees