Senior Medical Director, Leukemia (Hematology)

Takeda; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 192,000 - 302,000; Full time

Job summary

Takeda in Boston, MA seeks a US Medical Director for CML & Ph+ ALL to lead the medical strategy and engagement across the US. You will guide evidence-generation plans, interact with external experts, and align with global priorities to advance patient care through scientific leadership and collaboration.

The role requires an advanced medical degree and deep hematology knowledge, with a track record in Medical Affairs, Clinical Development, and strategic communication across cross-functional

Qualifications

• Advanced medical degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline.
• Deep knowledge of hematologic malignancies and leukemia landscape.
• Experience in medical strategy, evidence generation, and external engagement.
• Ability to translate data into actionable medical initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the US Medical Affairs strategy for CML and Ph+ ALL.
• Serve as medical expert on leukemia, including biology and treatment landscape.
• Translate stakeholder insights into medical priorities and evidence plans.
• Provide leadership for pipeline and launch readiness and education.
• Collaborate with Field Medical to shape engagement priorities and insights.
• Engage with external experts, investigators, and professional societies.
• Oversee evidence-generation activities and real-world data initiatives.
• Contribute to clinical development strategy and study execution.
• Lead scientific communications, publications, and congress activities.

Skills

Medical Strategy

Hematology

Clinical Development

Medical Affairs

Scientific Engagement

Education

MD/DO/PhD/PharmD

Job description

Takeda in Boston, MA seeks a US Medical Director for CML & Ph+ ALL to lead the medical strategy and engagement across the US. You will guide evidence-generation plans, interact with external experts, and align with global priorities to advance patient care through scientific leadership and collaboration.

The role requires an advanced medical degree and deep hematology knowledge, with a track record in Medical Affairs, Clinical Development, and strategic communication across cross-functional