Global Medical Lead, Nephrology

USA - 3316 Takeda Development Center Americas, Inc.; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 192,000 - 302,000; Full time

Job summary

Takeda seeks a Global Medical Lead, Nephrology for the Cambridge, MA area to drive end-to-end medical strategy and cross-functional execution across Clinical, Regulatory and Commercial partners.

You will lead medical narrative development, advisory boards, and launch readiness activities, while collaborating with KOLs and regulatory authorities to advance IgAN and mezagitamab programs.

Qualifications

• MD/DO/MBBS or equivalent required; research or clinical messsage with nephrology preferred.
• Proven track record in Global Medical Affairs strategy execution and cross-functional leadership.
• Experience with pre-launch and launch readiness activities in a Global Medical setting.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a multi-year nephrology medical strategy aligned with global brand plans.
• Lead cross-functional teams to deliver medical plans and governance across regions.
• Represent Takeda with external scientists, KOLs and regulators; guide medical training and materials.

Skills

Global Medical Strategy

Cross-functional leadership

Medical communications

Digital health & AI

Strategic execution

Education

MD/DO/MBBS

PhD/PharmD considered

Job description

Job Description

Are you looking for a patient-focused, innovation-driven company that will inspire you and empower you to shine? Join us as a Global Medical Lead, Nephrology in our Cambridge, MA office. At Takeda, we are transforming the pharmaceutical industry through our R&D-driven market leadership and being a values-led company. To do this, we empower our people to realize their potential through life-changing work. Certified as a Global Top Employer, we offer stimulating careers, encourage innovation, and strive for excellence in everything we do. We foster an inclusive, collaborative workplace, in which our global teams are united by an unwavering commitment to deliver Better Health and a Brighter Future to people around the world. Here, you will be a vital contributor to our inspiring, bold mission.

OBJECTIVES

Collaborate with GMUH-Nephrology to develop and execute a multi-year vision for the mezagitamab and IgAN, providing scientific support aligned with the Global Project Team (GPT) and global brand strategy. This includes incorporating cross-functional strategies (e.g., Clinical, Commercial, Regulatory, PV, Health Economics and Outcomes, Market Access, DD&T, Regions and countries as appropriate). Develop and lead the end-to-end, cross-functional execution of the Global Medical strategy for assigned indications, ensuring alignment and delivery across the Medical Strategy Team (MST) and functional leads (Evidence Generation, Data Dissemination, etc) and leveraging digital and technology-forward initiatives as appropriate. Act as a Global Medical expert and lead the development and dissemination of a clear, consistent scientific narrative, ensuring high-quality scientific communication across internal stakeholders and external audiences in collaboration with scientific communication partners. Lead Global Medical launch readiness activities, including development of scientific narrative, medical training, advisory boards, and cross‑functional alignment to support successful pre‑launch and launch execution. Provide advice on medical review for global promotional and non‑promotional materials as needed. Represent the company in interactions with external scientific leaders, patient advocacy groups, and regulatory authorities. Establish strategic partnerships with key opinion leaders (KOLs) and other key stakeholders, including scientific organizations, in areas of scientific interest. Leveraging AI, machine learning algorithms and technologies to help HCP/Nephrologists in patient care.

ACCOUNTABILITIES

Develop and implement the Global Medical Affairs (GMA) strategy for defined products, aligned with the overall product strategy and regional/local strategies. Lead cross-functional teams and MST (Medical Strategy Team) members to translate strategy into actionable medical plans, ensuring clear prioritization, accountability, and timely execution, with alignment to governance processes across functions and regions. Collaborate with commercial partners to ensure an aligned and medically appropriate strategy, planning, and execution. Support the design and execution of clinical studies (phase IV, disease registries, epidemiological studies, outcomes surveys, etc.) in collaboration with TAU, Global Medical Evidence, GEO, and GPT as required. Serve as the Global Medical representative on standing and project-based cross‑functional teams, effectively navigating governance structures and influencing decision‑making across Clinical, Regulatory, Commercial and Market Access stakeholders. Participate in the cross-functional development of digital therapeutic evidence‑based interventions for managing chronic skin conditions. These may include interactive programs, behavioral therapy modules, and educational content. Support country or regional projects as needed.

EDUCATION, BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS

• A Medical degree (MD, DO, MBBS) is preferred, and a doctorate degree in life science (PhD, PharmD) will be considered based on experience.
• Experience in Nephrology, and/or IgAN strongly preferred.
• 5-8 years of experience in biopharmaceutical medicine, with demonstrated experience in Global Medical Affairs strategy execution and cross-functional leadership.
• Experience in medical affairs is required with a proven track record of executing global medical plans and delivering high‑impact medical activities.
• Global medical experience is preferred.
• Experience supporting or leading pre‑launch and launch readiness activities in a Global Medical setting is strongly preferred.
• Experience in digital health, AI machine learning technologies in medical affairs.
• Knowledge of global pharmaceutical regulations and guidelines.
• Experience working in cross‑functional teams at the brand or disease area levels in country, regional, or global organizations is preferred.
• Demonstrated business acumen and operational skills.
• Ability to think strategically and tactically, with a strong focus on execution and delivery of Global Medical activities.

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: $192,400.00 - $302,390.00 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.

Takeda is an industry-leading, global pharmaceutical company with an unwavering dedication to putting patients at the center of everything we do. We live our values of Takeda-ism – Integrity, Fairness, Honesty, and Perseverance – and are united by our mission to strive towards Better Health and a Brighter Future for people worldwide through leading innovation in medicine. Here, everyone matters and you will be a vital contributor to our inspiring, bold mission. At Takeda, you will make an impact on people’s lives – including your own. Takeda is an equal opportunity employer.

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

Locations Boston, MA

Worker Type Employee

Worker Sub-Type Regular Time Type Full time Job Exempt Yes It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.