Chief Medical Officer, Global Oncology Business Unit

Location: Cambridge
Posted on: June 23, 2025

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 The Chief Medical Officer for the Oncology Business Unit (OBU) is a highly visible role within Takeda and will report directly to President of Global Oncology Business Unit (OBU). This role will be an integral leader within the OBU responsible for driving the medical strategy and organizational culture as part of the OBU’s senior leadership team. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES The Chief Medical Officer, Global Oncology Business Unit will have the opportunity to shape the medical global product strategy for an exciting portfolio and pipeline and lead the further development of the global oncology medical team. This is a highly visible role, with regular interactions at the most senior levels of the organization, including the Takeda Executive Team. As a senior leadership role, it will require insightful balance of strategic planning for developing products for the future while fully promoting the in-line portfolio. Lead the Takeda Global Oncology Medical Affairs (GMAO) strategy. Implement and execute all aspects of GMAO plans and tactics. Establish and maintain strong relationships with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs), payors and patients’ representatives in the global Oncology arena. Responsible for providing medical and scientific affairs leadership on a global basis for the countries of the Oncology Business Unit, specifically the United States, Japan, Germany, France, United Kingdom, Ireland, Italy, Spain and Canada. Provide alignment and guidance on medical affairs Oncology strategies and plans in other countries. Ensure technical leadership and oversight for all Medical Office aspects of OBU programs. Provide strategic consultation and guidance on all decisions that have significant clinical components and implications for the oncology portfolio Partner with the R&D organization in setting the development strategy and driving the execution of the Oncology pipeline. Participate in key strategic initiatives for the OBU including business development assessment. Attract, develop and retain a best-in-class global medical affairs organization, role modeling and championing Takeda values. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: M.D with experience in Hematology, Oncology and Solid Tumors. Broader therapeutic experience in Rare Disease or Immunology would also be considered. Other advanced degrees (MBA, MPH) are desired. Substantive pharmaceutical industry experience including medical affairs and clinical development. Prior academic research and/or healthcare management experience is a plus. Demonstrates successful collaborative leadership including proven management experience in a complex industry setting; creates the environment that inspires and enables people to move the organization forward. Proven success setting medical and business strategy and in effective implementation. Proven track record in biopharmaceutical leadership, with the presence and intellectual acumen to influence and impact key decision makers, and with exceptional medical and strategic capabilities. Successful track record cultivating a high-performance organization; effective as a mentor and coach; able to identify, attract, develop, motivate and retain key talent. Drive results by focusing on the few priorities that matter most to deliver superior results. Well-developed skills in managing, training, developing & coaching high performing teams. Deep understanding of the pharmaceutical value chain, including success in partnering with commercial stakeholders and working in a highly matrixed organization. Extensive experience with all aspects of modern medical affairs delivery: clinical research, evidence generation, value demonstration, medical communication, medical information, publications, Congress presentations, interactions with medical teams. Strong orientation to enterprise and integrative leadership, keen management acumen, and a deep understanding of the critical path for medicines development and commercialization, as well as important global/regional/local market dynamics for oncology and/or other high innovation therapeutics. 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: Cambridge, MA 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-termincentives. 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 Cambridge, MA 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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