Associate Director, Evidence Generation UK & Ireland

Takeda Pharmaceutical Co.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

Takeda is seeking an Associate Director-level professional to shape and deliver the UK&I evidence generation strategy. You will identify local evidence gaps and translate them into rigorous, patient-focused plans addressing healthcare stakeholders.

As part of Global Evidence Generation, you will link local priorities with regional/global planning, overseeing real-world evidence, observational studies, and collaborations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in life sciences or related field.
• Ten to twelve years of relevant experience in pharma, healthcare research or related environment.
• Leadership of evidence generation activities including non-interventional, real-world evidence, observational or database studies.
• Strong knowledge of evidence generation strategy, research methods and regulatory requirements.
• Strong understanding of UK healthcare systems, HTA, reimbursement and evidence needs.

Responsibilities

• Lead evidence generation strategy by identifying local gaps with medical, market access and cross-functional partners.
• Guide research across the study lifecycle from concept to governance, execution, analysis and dissemination.
• Develop scientific study materials with internal/external partners including protocols and reports.
• Ensure scientific quality and regulatory compliance with policies and standards.
• Coordinate integrated evidence planning with local, regional and global partners.
• Manage the evidence portfolio including budgets, contracts, timelines, and risks.
• Build strategic scientific relationships with healthcare professionals, patient organizations and investigators.
• Apply digital and analytical capabilities to strengthen evidence planning and execution.

Skills

Evidence generation strategy

Leadership

Stakeholder influence

Digital analytics

English fluency

Education

Bachelor's degree in life sciences

Tools

AI analytics

Job description

Takeda is seeking an Associate Director-level professional to shape and deliver the UK&I evidence generation strategy. You will identify local evidence gaps and translate them into rigorous, patient-focused plans addressing healthcare stakeholders.

As part of Global Evidence Generation, you will link local priorities with regional/global planning, overseeing real-world evidence, observational studies, and collaborations.