Associate Director, Market Research

Takeda; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 154,000 - 243,000; Full time

Job summary

Takeda Oncology seeks an experienced market research professional to drive global primary MR for solid tumor assets, pipeline and launch brands. You will integrate forecasting and competitive intelligence insights to boost brand value and competitiveness, partnering with Global Brand Leads and country teams.

You will design research inputs for forecasting models, share best practices, and lead multiple projects with stakeholders across regions.

Qualifications

• BA or BS degree in Life Sciences; Master’s in business/marketing/social sciences preferred.
• Minimum 7+ years of Market Research experience in international environments.
• Strong knowledge of oncology market and pharma MR processes.

Responsibilities

• Drive global primary market research for solid tumor assets and launch brands.
• Develop MR tracking dashboards for newly launched brands and regions.
• Synthesize market, competitor and product insights into actionable recommendations.
• Support lead countries/regions with MR expertise and coaching.
• Collaborate with Forecasting, CI and Analytics teams as a strategic partner.
• Set priorities and manage multiple projects and timelines with clear communication.

Skills

Market research

Pharma industry

Data analysis

Communication

Project management

Team collaboration

Education

BA or BS in Life Sciences

Master’s degree in business/marketing/social sciences

Tools

Analytical tools

Job description

Job Description

About the role

As a member of Takeda Oncology, your work will contribute to our bold, inspiring vision: We aspire to cure cancer. Here, you’ll build a career grounded in purpose and be empowered to deliver your best. This position will be responsible for executing primary market research for Global Oncology Brands, pipeline and Business Development that will include integration of Global Forecasting, and Competitive Intelligence insights to drive brand value and competitiveness in the markets. The position will be partnering Takeda Oncology Therapeutic Area Leads, Global Brand Leads, New Product Planning Team, lead countries/regiouns with expertise in Market Research, being responsible for sharing the best practices in the respective areas. The position assumes a high level of competence in Pharma market analysis, primary market research techniques and overall integration of insights.

How you will contribute

• Drive global primary market research for solid tumor, pipeline assets, products at launch and strategic brands
• Conduct primary market research using the best methodologies and techniques in market research Develop and administer primary MR tracking dashboards for newly launched and key company’s brands and regions
• Fully leverage all market, competitor, and product information to produce objective and actionable insights of market drivers, the competitive environment, promotional and treatment trends with key customer types
• Support lead countries/regions with expertise in market research, including coaching and sharing Global sources and techniques
• Design research that will provide inputs into forecasting model and rationale for those assumptions
• Establish an excellence and best practice together with Global Forecasting and Global Competitive Intelligence
• Excellent communication of ideas including written and in-person presentation skills in a persuasive and appropriate manner. Ability to frequently communicate changes and intentions with high level of transparency to all stakeholders
• Collaborate with other Insights & Analytics colleagues including Forecasting, Competitive Intelligence and Advanced Analytics to be a strategic thought partner for commercial teams
• Able to set priorities, develop and manage multiple projects and timelines simultaneously
• Ability to actively and objectively listen to clients to assure research design addresses business needs
• Demonstrated project planning and project management skills
• Ability to build strong positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Ability to manage vendor relationships and maintain an accurate budget for brands
• Ability to quickly learn about therapeutic area and products

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications

• BA or BS degree required with a preference in the Life Sciences. Master’s degree in business, marketing, or social sciences preferred
• Minimum 7+ years of experience in Market Research in an international and multicultural environment required.
• Strong understanding of pharmaceutical global market research process and methodology. Deep knowledge of Oncology market preferred

Knowledge and Skills

• Deep expertise in pharmaceutical primary market research
• Ability to extract, analyze, treat, and consolidate data from different sources in clear and concise formats with rigor and high level of accuracy
• Advanced user of Windows applications, analytical tools and applications
• Accurate and precise
• Team player
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong Project Management skills
• Travel Requirement: 15%, more as needed for specific business needs

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.

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:

$154,400.00 - $242,550.00

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.

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EEO Statement

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Locations

Boston, MA

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time

Job Exempt

Yes

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