Global Publications Lead, AI-Driven Medical Strategy

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

Job summary

Takeda Pharmaceutical Co. in Cambridge, MA is seeking an Associate Director to translate scientific evidence into high-quality publications.

You will develop global publication strategies, oversee abstracts and manuscripts, and collaborate with Medical Affairs, Clinical Development, and external partners to advance scientific exchange. The role requires 6–10 years in biopharma, expertise in publications, and the use of AI-enabled tools to enhance quality and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a life science or healthcare discipline.
• 6–10 years in biopharmaceuticals or related field (depending on degree).
• 3+ years in scientific publications/publication planning in a global matrix.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute global publication plans.
• Lead publication planning and delivery for abstracts, manuscripts, congress presentations and summaries.
• Collaborate across cross-functional teams to align priorities, timelines and strategies.
• Ensure publication compliance and quality with standards, authorship, disclosures, and reporting guidelines.
• Advance dissemination strategies by treating publications as reusable evidence assets.
• Apply digital and AI-enabled technologies to improve planning, data visualization, workflow, and content.
• Monitor publication performance by tracking metrics and integrating insights.
• Manage execution and resources including budgets, timelines, vendors, and risk.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Scientific communication

Written/verbal/presentation skills

Decision making and risk management

Stakeholder influence

AI-enabled tools experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in life science or healthcare

Tools

AI tools

Job description

Takeda Pharmaceutical Co. in Cambridge, MA is seeking an Associate Director to translate scientific evidence into high-quality publications.

You will develop global publication strategies, oversee abstracts and manuscripts, and collaborate with Medical Affairs, Clinical Development, and external partners to advance scientific exchange. The role requires 6–10 years in biopharma, expertise in publications, and the use of AI-enabled tools to enhance quality and efficiency.