Lead, R&D and Portfolio Communications

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Job Description

Takeda is a global, values-based, R&D-driven biopharmaceutical leader committed to bringing better health and a brighter future to people worldwide. Our passion and pursuit of potentially life-changing treatments for patients are deeply rooted in over 240 years of heritage. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where employees can thrive and make a meaningful impact 

Our Global Communications (GC) organization is taking on big challenges to deliver on Takeda’s vision. We are shapers and protectors of Takeda’s culture and reputation, building trust with external and internal stakeholders, and fostering ambassadorship. Join us as Lead, Research & Development (R&D) and Portfolio Communications (Associate Director Level) in our Cambridge, MA office.  

The R&D and Portfolio Communications team is charged with leading communications for Takeda’s pipeline and marketed/established brands portfolio across specific therapeutic areas. This position reports to the Head of Rare Disease Communications, though works across all therapeutic areas, and offers opportunities for advancement within the GC team. The individual in this role will be empowered to create, implement, unify and deploy Takeda’s external and internal positioning that protects and enhances our reputation across our marketed/established brands portfolio. This position will play a crucial role in protecting and enhancing Takeda's reputation, ensuring that our communications align with our mission to provide life-transforming treatments. The ideal candidate will be skilled not only in product communications as well as issues and crisis communications, but also in using AI tools and technology to drive efficiency and innovation.  

If you are a strategic communicator with a passion for healthcare and managing complex product communication challenges, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity. 

POSITION OBJECTIVES 

• Execute comprehensive communication planning, agile strategies and continuous monitoring across Takeda’s marketed brands portfolio and pipeline 

• Develop and build a center of excellence for therapeutic issues and crises communications, including a robust framework for readiness and response capabilities 

• Proactively managing therapeutic lifecycle and program changes, crafting messaging, mitigating emerging risks and protecting Takeda’s reputation​ 

• Enable a “One Takeda” approach to ensure consistency in our communications approach across various external and internal