Medical Communications Manager / Medical Communications Manageress

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About the Role

The Medical Communications Manager will serve as Takeda’s external-facing scientific communications lead for GI2 (Gastroenterology and Inflammation). This pivotal role is responsible for planning and executing medical education and omni-channel scientific communication—integrating traditional, innovative, and digital strategies. You will work in close partnership with DD&T (Digital, Data & Technology), Field Medical, and Medical Advisors to transform evidence into clear, compliant, and impactful narratives. Additionally, you will orchestrate customer journeys and utilize AI-driven analytics and advanced CRM to enhance reach, engagement, and educational outcomes.

How You Will Contribute

• Scientific Communications Strategy: Own the GI2 medical communications plan, ensuring scientific accuracy and consistency.
• Medical Education (MedEd): Design and deliver accredited and non-accredited MedEd initiatives to address critical educational gaps within the GI2 therapeutic area.
• Omni-Channel Orchestration: Design scientific customer journeys and execute omni-channel campaigns (email, web, social, virtual events).
• Content Operations & Review: Adapt/create scientific content and manage reviews in Veeva Vault or equivalent.
• Insights & Analytics: Leverage data analytics to measure engagement and apply A/B testing.
• Publications Support (Local): Coordinate with Medical Advisors and Global Publications on local publication needs.
• Collaboration & Governance: Work cross-functionally to ensure timely and compliant execution of projects.
• Vendor & Budget Management: Select and manage agencies/vendors and track budgets and timelines.
• Compliance & Ethics: Ensure all activities adhere to Takeda-ism, SOPs, and regulatory standards.

Skills and Capabilities You Bring to the Role

• Advanced degree in Life Sciences (PharmD/PhD/MD or MSc with equivalent experience).
• Fluent in German or French; excellent command of English; strong scientific writing ability.
• 2–4 years’ experience in Medical Affairs/Medical Communications; Immunology experience is an advantage.
• Strong storytelling and health literacy skills.
• High level of agility and teamwork; enjoyment in interdisciplinary collaboration.
• High digital literacy: experience with OCE/campaign automation, Veeva Vault, and Microsoft 365.
• Data literacy and proficiency in AI-driven analytics.
• Project and vendor management skills with a focus on quality.
• Solid knowledge of compliance frameworks for scientific/MedEd activities.

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At Takeda, we earn the trust of society and our customers through our values of Takeda-ism: Integrity, Fairness, Honesty, Perseverance. We embody these values in everything we do, helping us make decisions we can be proud of today and in the future. As a global top employer, we provide exciting career paths, promote innovation, and strive for excellence in all that we undertake. Takeda champions an inclusive, collaborative, and international work environment, united by our commitment to improving people's health and creating a better future for the world.

Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion

Takeda actively champions diversity, equality, and inclusion in our hiring practices. Our decisions are based entirely on qualifications and are made without regard to gender, ethnic origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, or disability.

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