Gastrointestinal & Inflammation (GI2) Therapeutic Area Head

Company: Takeda
Location: Cambridge
Posted on: January 29, 2026

Job Description:

By clicking the “Apply” button, I understand that my employment application process with Takeda will commence and that the information I provide in my application will be processed in line with Takeda’s Privacy Notice and Terms of Use . I further attest that all information I submit in my employment application is true to the best of my knowledge. Job Description Role Summary Have end-to-end accountability for the medical strategy and activities for the Global GI2 TA, from discovery/early-stage development to late-stage development/BD/commercialization. This includes Dermatology, Autoimmune Diseases/Rheumatology, Nephrology, and Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD). Lead development and execution of multi-year global medical strategy for the GI2 TA, including full budgetary responsibilities and aligned with overall Global Medical strategy and cross-functional partners Ensure GI2 strategies accelerate regulatory approvals and optimize market access globally Champion digital transformation and AI-driven methodologies to enhance evidence quality and operational efficiency. Serve as a member of the Global Medical Leadership Team (GMLT) contributing to overall Medical portfolio management and prioritization, as well as definition and execution of the Global Medical multi-year strategic plan Accountable for development and implementation of all GI2 TA Global Medical and evidence generation plans and strategy in collaboration with cross-functional partners Serve as the key Medical representative on cross-functional global strategy teams that include R&D and Commercial Serve as the senior Takeda representative interacting with external key opinion leaders (KOLs), patient advocacy groups, and/or regulatory authorities Collaborate with Legal, Ethics & Compliance and Regulatory functions to ensure proper and ethical interactions between Global Medical and external stakeholders Partner with Access to commercialize GI2 medicines How the job will contribute: Develop and execute multi-year global medical strategy for GI2 TA, aligned with Global Medical strategy. Full budgetary responsibility and headcount planning. Accountable for global medical and evidence generation plans, publication strategy, congress planning, and scientific communication platforms. Serve as senior Takeda representative with external stakeholders (KOLs, advocacy groups, regulators). Collaborate with Legal, Ethics & Compliance, Regulatory, and Access teams. Ensure all interactions and activities comply with global regulatory and ethical standards. Defines overall TA strategy, including headcount planning and full budgetary responsibilities. Develops and executes medical strategy for all assets/indications within the TA, including evidence generation strategy/execution, publication plans, congress strategy, customer interaction strategy, scientific communication platforms aligned with product strategy, BD medical activities, and digital strategy. Develops overall medical product strategy and Medical input for products to Product Strategy Team, GPTs, and Senior Leadership Teams. Leads the development of medical tactical plans and budget for global initiatives. Defines overall Global Medical goals/deliverables and key performance metrics. Acts as a senior company representative with external scientific leaders, policy makers, patient advocacy groups and/or regulatory authorities. Establishes and/or enhances partnerships with key academic institutions and develops relationships with key thought leaders. Establishes appropriate strategic partnerships with HCPs in areas of scientific interest. Represents Global Medical at internal and external meetings. Serves as a key medical resource on the disease areas and on specific products. Maintains a high level of expertise in TA disease area. Develops and maintains knowledge of global pharmaceutical regulations, guidelines, codes of practices and Takeda policies related to all medical activities. Leads and develops a global team of Medical professionals in GI2. Develops, conducts, and/or participates in therapeutic training programs for Takeda internal departments. Expected skills Advanced scientific degree required (such as MD, PhD, PharmD); board certification in Gastroenterology or Immunology or related field strongly preferred 15 years of experience in biopharmaceutical medicine, some or all within a matrix structure Leadership & Influence: Strong at leading large teams and influencing internal and external stakeholders at all levels Leads as a global enterprise leader first and functional expert second Drives speed and quality of decision-making Drives fiscal discipline and accountability for delivering results Leads in the technology space: Is proactive and strategic. Drives real business impact and new ways of working Excels in complex matrix management Excellent communication skills with the ability to convey complex medical and non-medical information clearly to both internal and external stakeholders Demonstrates a firm grasp of industry, scientific, and regulatory trends; understands market conditions; and develops strategies to continuously evolve medical capabilities Recognized authority in Medical Affairs, providing strategic leadership and operational oversight Advanced proficiency in Strategic Planning, aligning medical strategies with business objectives Problem Solving abilities, adept at identifying and resolving issues promptly 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. For Location: USA - MA - Cambridge - Kendall Square - 500 U.S. Base Salary Range: $336,000.00 - $462,000.00 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. EEO Statement Takeda is proud in its commitment to creating a diverse workforce and providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, genetic information or characteristics, marital status, status as a Vietnam era veteran, special disabled veteran, or other protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws, and any other characteristic protected by law. Locations USA - MA - Cambridge - Kendall Square - 500 Worker Type Employee Worker Sub-Type Regular Time Type Full time Job Exempt Yes It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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