Global Publications Lead, Immunology

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

Job summary

Takeda Cambridge is seeking an Associate Director, Global Publications Lead to shape the strategic global publication plan for assigned assets, align with medical strategy, and drive delivery of abstracts, manuscripts, congress presentations and plain language summaries. The role requires leadership of cross-functional teams and effective stakeholder engagement.

You will leverage AI-enabled tools to improve planning and communication, manage budgets and vendors, and oversee KPI tracking, with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's level degree in life science or healthcare required; advanced degree preferred.
• 10+ years of biopharmaceutical publications experience for Bachelor's; 8+ years for Master's; 6+ years for Doctorate.
• 3–5+ years in scientific publications/publication planning within a global matrix environment.
• Strong knowledge of drug development, clinical trial design, biostatistics and clinical data reporting.
• Deep knowledge of good publication practice, authorship, disclosure, and reporting guidelines (GPP, ICMJE, CONSORT); CMPP certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the global publication plan for assigned asset(s).
• Lead Publication Team meetings and oversee abstracts, manuscripts, congress presentations and plain language summaries.
• Lead cross-functional planning with Medical Affairs, Clinical Development, Biostatistics, and external authors; align priorities and timelines.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Influence without authority

Project management

Publications expertise

Education

Bachelor's degree in life science or healthcare

Master's degree in life science or healthcare

Doctorate in life science or healthcare

Job description

Job Description

About the Role

The Associate Director, Global Publications Lead, develops and executes the strategic global publication plan for assigned asset(s) or program(s), in alignment with the asset medical strategy and with Group Lead guidance on broader TA decisions. Ensures evidence for assigned asset(s) is translated into accurate, compliant and audience-relevant publications, delivered in the right format and at the right time. Leads delivery of publication plans and outputs, including abstracts, manuscripts, congress presentations and plain language summaries. Applies AI-enabled tools and digital channels within assigned scope to improve efficiency, quality and stakeholder engagement.

How You Will Contribute

Develop and execute the global publication plan for assigned asset(s), aligned with medical strategy and evidence-generation plans, planning publication outputs for use across omnichannel dissemination; drive prioritization, timelines and decisions within scope. Lead Publication Team meetings and oversee delivery of abstracts, manuscripts, congress presentations and plain language summaries. Lead cross-functional planning with Medical Affairs, Clinical Development, Biostatistics, evidence generation, regional/local teams and external authors; influence without authority to align priorities and timelines. Ensure adherence to SOPs, GPP, ICMJE and reporting guidelines, with appropriate authorship and timely disclosure. Plan publications as reusable evidence assets and provide approved source packages for GCC/Medical Content Factory derivatives. Pilot and apply AI-enabled tools and digital channels to improve publication planning, visualization, plain language summaries and workflow efficiency. Track agreed KPIs and integrate field, congress and digital insights into plan updates. Manage publication budget, forecasts, timelines and vendors for assigned asset(s); identify risks and escalate appropriately. Provide matrix leadership, coaching or mentoring to fellows, vendors and contributors as appropriate.

Preferred Skills

• Bachelor's degree in a life science or healthcare discipline required; advanced degree preferred (e.g., MSc, PharmD, PhD or MD).
• Minimum relevant experience: Bachelor's degree + 10 years, Master's degree + 8 years, or Doctorate + 6 years in the biopharmaceutical industry or a closely related field.
• 3-5+ years in scientific publications or publication planning within a global matrix environment.
• Strong knowledge of drug development, clinical trial design, biostatistics principles and clinical data reporting.
• Deep knowledge of good publication practice, authorship and disclosure requirements, and reporting guidelines (e.g., GPP, ICMJE, CONSORT); CMPP certification preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence without authority.
• Makes decisions within assigned scope, identifies risks, proposes solutions and escalates appropriately; experience coaching or mentoring others.
• Experience applying AI-enabled tools and digital technologies in publications or scientific communications.
• Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills; translates complex data into clear communications.
• Experience in the assigned therapeutic area a plus.

Domestic and international travel required (up to ~20%), including congresses and offsite meetings.

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 - MA - Cambridge - Kendall Square - 500 U.S. Base Salary Range: $169,400.00 - $266,200.00 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

USA - MA - Cambridge - Kendall Square - 500

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular Time

Full time

Job Exempt Yes

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Company Overview

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. For applicants of U.S and Puerto Rico positions: to learn about our commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO). If you are limited in the ability to use our job application tool, or otherwise require a reasonable accommodation for a disability please.