Associate Director, Public Policy and Reimbursement

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

Job summary

Takeda is seeking an Associate Director, Public Policy and Reimbursement in a hybrid US-based role (DC or Cambridge, MA). You will serve as the team's lead reimbursement policy subject matter expert, shaping policy positions, engaging stakeholders, and guiding strategic access initiatives for Takeda's portfolio, including oncology assets.

The role requires 7+ years in pharma policy, strong writing skills, and the ability to collaborate across cultures and functions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 7+ years of professional experience within the pharmaceutical industry.
• Strong writing skills; a writing sample will be required.
• Experience working directly in a policy-related healthcare field preferred.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze federal and commercial coverage, coding, and payment policies and assess implications for Takeda's U.S. portfolio and oncology assets.
• Monitor and interpret evolving reimbursement and access policies across Medicare, Medicaid, and commercial markets; provide updates and strategic guidance to internal stakeholders.
• Develop and advance Takeda's reimbursement policy positions with analysis of complex issues, offering actionable recommendations to inform business decisions.
• Lead and support reimbursement, coverage, coding, and access strategies for current and future portfolio across government and commercial markets.
• Serve as the lead reimbursement policy resource for the USPA team, partnering cross-functionally to evaluate policy developments and drive alignment.

Skills

Policy analysis

Stakeholder management

Project management

Strong writing

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Job Description

About the role

Join Takeda as an Associate Director, Public Policy and Reimbursement where you will serve as the team's lead reimbursement policy subject matter expert, supporting policy analysis, access strategy development, and stakeholder engagement activities. As part of the U.S. Public Affairs team, you will report to the Head of Public Policy and Reimbursement. This is a hybrid role based in Washington, D.C or Cambridge, MA.

How you will contribute

• Analyze federal and commercial coverage, coding, and payment policies, including the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) regulations, and assess implications for Takeda's U.S. portfolio, oncology business, and pipeline assets.
• Monitor and interpret evolving reimbursement and access policies across Medicare, Medicaid, and commercial markets; provide timely updates and strategic guidance to internal stakeholders.
• Develop and advance Takeda's reimbursement policy positions through analysis of complex reimbursement and access issues, providing strategic insights and actionable recommendations to inform business decisions.
• Lead and support reimbursement, coverage, coding, and access strategies for Takeda's current and future portfolio across government and commercial markets, including CMS engagement and coding initiatives such as HCPCS applications, CPT code development, and USP classification activities.
• Serve as the lead reimbursement policy resource for the USPA team, partnering cross-functionally and with external stakeholders to evaluate policy developments, shape business and advocacy strategies, and drive alignment through effective internal and external communications.
• Work with cross-functional stakeholders to assess implications of Most Favored Nation (MFN) policies, the 340B Drug Pricing Program, and the Inflation Reduction Act on U.S. pricing and reimbursement strategies.
• Facilitate and guide analyses of emerging reimbursement and access issues affecting Takeda products and pipeline assets, identifying risks, opportunities, and business implications.

Technical/Functional (Line) Expertise

• Deep understanding of healthcare reimbursement, including coverage, coding, payment, and patient access across government and commercial markets. Previous experience submitting coding or New Technology Add-On Payment (NTAP) applications preferred.
• Experience navigating Medicare, Medicaid, commercial payer, provider, and managed care environments.
• Knowledge of reimbursement and access considerations for FDA-regulated products, including product launch readiness and field support.
• Understanding of healthcare product development and commercialization, with the ability to anticipate and assess policy and market trends.
• Strong project management skills with a track record of delivering multiple complex initiatives successfully.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence decision-making across functions and levels of the organization.

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree
• Strong writing skills; a writing sample will be required.
• 7+ years of professional experience within the pharmaceutical industry

Preferred

• Experience working directly in a policy-related healthcare field preferred
• Exceptional strategic thinking and analytical skills, with the ability to synthesize diverse sources of evidence.
• Proven track record in developing practical and implementable policy solutions.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across cultures and functions.
• Demonstrated leadership skills, both with and without formal authority.

Travel

• Willing to travel in the US up to 10%

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

USA - DC - Washington

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.

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.

Locations

USA - DC - WashingtonUSA - MA - Cambridge

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time

Job Exempt

Yes