Strategic Operations Lead, Medical Trial Enablement

Takeda Pharmaceutical Co.; Cambridge (MA); Hybrid; USD 154,000 - 243,000; Full time

Job summary

Takeda Oncology seeks a Strategy & Operations Lead- Medical Trial Enablement & Early Pipeline (Associate Director) based in Cambridge, MA. You will translate development plans into Medical readiness, align with Global, Regional and Local Medical teams, and drive governance, planning, and execution across trials.

The role requires 5+ years in medical affairs or related areas, strong communication, stakeholder management, and ability to lead complex cross-functional programs in a matrixed global

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree (MBA, MPH, PhD, etc.) preferred.
• 5+ years in medical affairs, clinical development, clinical operations, program management, or related role within pharma/biotech.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication, including executive-level content.
• Proven experience drafting executive presentations using PowerPoint and business tools.
• Strong analytical skills; ability to translate data into clear narratives and action.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic initiatives for GMAO CMO and Chief of Staff to strengthen trial planning and execution.
• Oversee integrated planning across trial support activities, including milestones, risks, and deliverables.
• Maintain forward view of trial milestones and Medical support needs.
• Coordinate with regional and local Medical leaders to confirm owners and resources.
• Establish governance, handoffs, escalation routes and communication pathways.
• Ensure Medical representation in feasibility, country/site planning and study forums.
• Optimize meeting management and cross-functional team effectiveness for early pipeline programs.
• Track recommendations and escalations with clear decisions and next steps.

Skills

Executive communication

Stakeholder management

Strategic thinking

Cross-functional leadership

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA/MPH/PhD preferred

Tools

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

Takeda Oncology seeks a Strategy & Operations Lead- Medical Trial Enablement & Early Pipeline (Associate Director) based in Cambridge, MA. You will translate development plans into Medical readiness, align with Global, Regional and Local Medical teams, and drive governance, planning, and execution across trials.

The role requires 5+ years in medical affairs or related areas, strong communication, stakeholder management, and ability to lead complex cross-functional programs in a matrixed global