Global Medical Communications Lead, Neuroscience

Takeda • Cambridge, MA

4d • $169,400 - $266,200

About The Position

In this Associate Director-level role, the Global Medical Communications Lead will help bring scientific evidence to life through clear, accurate, and meaningful medical communications supporting assigned neuroscience assets and programs. The role translates scientific data into communications relevant to healthcare professionals and aligned with medical strategy. It contributes to scientific content, educational resources, and congress-related communications that support scientific exchange across global audiences. The position works collaboratively across Medical Affairs, Clinical Development, and other functions, and applies digital channels and AI-enabled tools to improve communication quality, operational efficiency, and stakeholder engagement.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a life science or healthcare discipline.
• Minimum of 6 to 10 years of experience in the biopharmaceutical industry or a closely related field, depending on degree level.
• At least 3 years of experience in medical communications or a related Medical Affairs function within a global matrix environment.
• Strong knowledge of drug development, clinical data interpretation, and medical strategy.
• Knowledge of regulatory and legal requirements related to medical communications and medical review processes.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and influence stakeholders without direct authority.
• Experience making decisions within scope, identifying risks, and driving solutions in a complex environment.
• Experience applying artificial intelligence-enabled tools and digital technologies within scientific communications.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills, including the ability to translate complex scientific information into clear communications.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute medical communication plans aligned with medical strategy, evidence-generation activities, and healthcare professional engagement objectives.
• Lead scientific content development, creating and maintaining core communication materials, slide decks, frequently asked questions, and other evidence-based resources.
• Plan and deliver congress activities, including scientific booth content, symposia, educational materials, and insight-gathering initiatives.
• Collaborate across functions to align priorities, timelines, and deliverables with global, regional, and local stakeholders.
• Conduct medical content reviews with Legal and Regulatory colleagues to support accurate, balanced, and compliant communications.
• Coordinate content development processes by preparing source materials, supporting content reuse, and identifying future content needs.
• Apply digital and AI-enabled technologies to improve planning, content development, visualization, review processes, and stakeholder engagement.
• Manage execution and continuous improvement by monitoring key performance measures, managing vendors and timelines, identifying risks, and incorporating stakeholder insights into planning.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director