Global Medical Communications Lead - AI-Driven Strategy

Takeda; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 169,000 - 266,000; Full time

Job summary

Takeda in Cambridge, MA is seeking an Associate Director to translate complex scientific data into clear medical communications. You will develop content for healthcare professionals and align with medical strategy across products and programs.

You will lead content development, support congress activities, collaborate with global teams, apply AI-enabled tools to improve planning and reviews, and manage vendors and budgets while monitoring performance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6–10 years in biopharmaceutical industry or related field.
• At least 3 years in medical communications or Medical Affairs.
• Strong knowledge of drug development and clinical data interpretation.
• Knowledge of regulatory and legal requirements related to medical communications.
• Ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and influence stakeholders without direct authority.
• Experience applying AI-enabled tools and digital technologies in scientific communications.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute medical communication plans aligned with strategy.
• Lead scientific content development including slide decks and FAQs.
• Plan and deliver congress activities and educational content.
• Collaborate across global, regional, local stakeholders.
• Conduct medical content reviews with Legal and Regulatory.
• Coordinate content development workflows and future needs.
• Apply digital and AI-enabled solutions to planning and content creation.
• Monitor performance, manage vendors and budgets, identify risks.

Skills

Medical communications

Strategic communication

Regulatory knowledge

AI in medical comms

Presentation skills

Cross-functional leadership

Stakeholder influence

Scientific writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in life sciences or healthcare

Job description

Takeda in Cambridge, MA is seeking an Associate Director to translate complex scientific data into clear medical communications. You will develop content for healthcare professionals and align with medical strategy across products and programs.

You will lead content development, support congress activities, collaborate with global teams, apply AI-enabled tools to improve planning and reviews, and manage vendors and budgets while monitoring performance.