Senior Leader, Solid Tumors US Medical Affairs (Lung & GI)

Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 287,000 - 451,000; Full time

Job summary

Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited is seeking a strategic senior leader to head US Medical Affairs for Solid Tumors, with a focus on lung and GI cancers. The role directs medical education, scientific engagement, and cross‑functional planning to advance the portfolio.

The Head of Solid Tumors will guide a high‑performing team, partner with Field Medical, and ensure medical activities align with regulatory and ethical standards in a dynamic oncology landscape.

Qualifications

• Advanced scientific or healthcare degree required.
• Experience in Medical Affairs or clinical development.
• Strong oncology knowledge and US healthcare environment understanding.
• Ability to translate data into strategic priorities.
• Proven leadership and cross-functional influence.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute US Medical Affairs strategy for Solid Tumors.
• Provide medical leadership for NSCLC, SCLC, GI cancers.
• Lead external engagement with experts, investigators, societies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across Clinical Development, Commercial, Market Access.
• Coach and develop Medical Affairs team.
• Ensure compliant, scientifically rigorous activities.

Skills

Medical Affairs leadership

Oncology knowledge

Strategic planning

Executive communication

Stakeholder engagement

Team leadership

Education

PharmD/PhD/MD or equivalent

Job description

Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited is seeking a strategic senior leader to head US Medical Affairs for Solid Tumors, with a focus on lung and GI cancers. The role directs medical education, scientific engagement, and cross‑functional planning to advance the portfolio.

The Head of Solid Tumors will guide a high‑performing team, partner with Field Medical, and ensure medical activities align with regulatory and ethical standards in a dynamic oncology landscape.