Senior Medical Science Liaison- Hematology/LSD (West)

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Job Description

About the Role

TheSenior MedicalScienceLiaisonisa field-based, externalcustomer-facingmemberof the US therapeutic area medicalunitteam,responsible foranalyzing,interpreting anddisseminatingscientificdata,acquiring and translatingcustomerinsights,fostering external expert networks, andcompliantlyconnectingcustomersto Takedain order to advance medical strategy and improve patient outcomes.The West territories include the following states (must reside in territory): Washington, Oregon, California, Nevada, Idaho, Montana, Wyoming, Utah and Colorado.

How You Will Contribute

• Externally-focused, KOL/HCP related activities are expected tocomprisea minimum of 80% of responsibilities

• Build andmaintainprofessional relationships with KOLs/HCPs per individual territory plans aligned to medical strategy

• Demonstrate advanced knowledgeregardingTakeda disease areas and products as well as therapeutic area competitor landscape; analyze and interpret complex scientific information anddisseminateto KOLs/HCPs in a compliant, fair-balanced, and non-misleading manner

• Support strategically aligned Takeda-sponsored research and appropriatelyassistwith facilitation of medical collaborative studies and investigator-initiated research processes

• Display advanced knowledge of therapeutic area key intelligence topics/questions and effectively collect, interpret, and internally communicate medical insights from KOLs/HCPs to inform and refine medical strategies and/or tactics

• Identifyand cultivate partnership opportunities between KOLs/HCPs and Takeda US Medical

• Participate in executing medical strategy at medical conferences (e.g., staff medical booth, internally communicate medical insightsacquiredthrough poster/session attendance and KOL/HCP interactions)

• Within defined timelines and quality standards, respond to unsolicited HCP medical information inquiries referred by Medical Information

• Appropriatelyleveragedigital tools, including AI, to enhance productivity and improve efficiency (e.g., KOL/HCP engagement planning, medical insights reporting)

• Complete all requiredcustomer activity documentation(e.g., CRM entries, insights capture, etc.),training, expense reporting, and other administrative responsibilities ina timely,accurate, and compliant manner

In addition, the Medical Science Liaison mustdemonstratethe followingcompetencies:

Engage Others

• Establish credibility and act responsibly to earn the confidence,trustand respect of others

• Communicate with impact

• Demonstrate openness tonew ideasand strategies

Collaboration

• Show respect for differing viewpoints andutilizeeach person’s unique strengths

• Promote teamwork by fostering a supportive and inclusive team atmosphere

Drive for Results

• Establish challenging goals and holdself accountablefor achieving them

• Effectively manage multiple assignments and competing priorities by maximizing time, being well organized,andutilizingavailable resources

• Prepare and execute work plans to achieve the goals of the organization, and gain the support of others

Strategic Approach

• Effectivelydemonstratean understanding of Takeda’s core business in meeting the needs of others

• Demonstrate ability to solve problems by analyzing issues and making informed recommendations

• Work to reach decisions that balance the companyobjectiveswith key stakeholders’ needs

Lead Change

• Demonstrate a professional approach in adapting to change

• Adapt work products, processes,and services in response to changes in the business environment

• Look beyond “the way things are always done” toidentifyand effectively implement value-added change

Self Awareness

• Listen carefully and is receptive to feedback from others

• Demonstrate a willingness to admit one’s mistakes andmodifyapproach to ensure a positive outcome

• Actively seek candid feedback from others andmodifybehavior based on this feedback

Develop Capabilities

• Actively seek opportunities for personal growth and development and monitor progress toward achieving development goals

• Respond to feedback by capitalizing on strengths and building upon areas of improvement for the benefit of the organization

• Recognize opportunities to sharepersonal experiencesand situations that contributed to one’s development

Scientific Expertise

• Demonstrate foundational knowledge of Takeda disease states and products as well as therapeutic area competitor landscape

• Disseminate disease and product information consistent with Takeda medical strategy and scientific communication platform

Interaction Excellence

• Identification,mappingand scientific profiling of established and emerging KOLs and institutions

• Create compliant, science-based relationships with KOLs/HCPs in territory
  

Compliance Adherence

• Understand and adhere to Takeda policies and procedures

• Act in a manner consistent with Takeda values and global code of conduct

Business Acumen

• Understand corporate and medical therapeutic area strategy andis able toarticulate his/her contributions to achieving medical goals andobjectives

Minimum Requirements / Qualifications

Required:

• Doctoraldegreein life/healthsciences ispreferred(PharmD, MD, PhD, or equivalent).Master’s degree inhealthsciences(MSN,NPor PA)is theminimumrequirement

• Minimum of 2 years of experience post-doctorate as a field-based medical science liaison (MSL) in the pharmaceutical industry is required

• Excellentcommunication(written and verbal),organizationand collaboration skillsarerequired

• Execution ofactivitieswithin legal, regulatory, and compliance requirements

Preferred:

• Disseminationofcomplexscientificdatato healthcare audiences

• Relevant therapeutic area knowledge andexpertise

• Clinical, research, and/or teaching experience

• Ability to work effectively in virtual and cross-functional teams

• Use of digital tools, including AI, to enhance productivity and improve efficiency

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

• Frequent travel isrequired; must be available to travel up to 70% of time, including some overnight and weekend

• Abilityto driveand/or fly tomeetingsand customers isrequired

• Must have clean and valid driver’s license

At Takeda, we are transforming patient care through the development of novel specialty pharmaceuticals and best in class patient support programs. Takeda is a patient-focused company that will inspire and empower you to grow through life-changing work.

Certified as a Global Top Employer, Takeda offers stimulating careers, encourages innovation, and strives for excellence in everything we do. We foster an inclusive, collaborative workplace, in which our teams are united by an unwavering commitment to deliver Better Health and a Brighter Future to people around the world.

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.

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U.S. Base Salary Range:

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.

U.S. based employees may be eligible for short-term and/ or long-term incentives. U.S. based employees may be eligible to participate in medical, dental, vision insurance, a 401(k) plan and company match, short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, a tuition reimbursement program, paid volunteer time off, company holidays, and well-being benefits, among others. U.S. based employees are also eligible to receive, per calendar year, up to 80 hours of sick time, and new hires are eligible to accrue up to 120 hours of paid vacation.

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