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Job Description
Become a key strategic enabler within our organization by driving medical excellence and optimizing operational efficiency in a fast-paced, innovative environment. At Takeda, we are committed to transforming lives through our dedication to bringing medicine that matters to people worldwide. If you’re ready to make an impact, we invite you to join our team.
About the Role
As the Medical Excellence and Governance Manager, your mission is to enhance the performance and strategic alignment of our Medical Affairs function. You will build innovative frameworks, develop omnichannel medical tactics, and enable successful product launches and scientific engagement. Collaborating with cross-functional teams and leaders, you will ensure that Takeda’s global expertise is executed at the highest level of excellence.
Key Responsibilities
Driving Medical Affairs Excellence
Develop & track KPIs to measure and optimize the impact of Medical Affairs activities across the organization.
Lead the development and utilization of Real-World Evidence (RWE) to address unmet medical needs and bolster medical strategies.
Drive tactical plans for impactful scientific congresses, symposia, and advisory boards.
Launch Preparedness & Strategic Support
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to orchestrate launch readiness efforts, including planning for stakeholder engagement and scientific communication.
Monitor performance post-launch and identify optimization opportunities.
Capability Building
Identify and address skills gaps in Medical Affairs teams, delivering continuous learning initiatives to maintain advanced knowledge and tools.
Foster a culture of professional development and performance excellence.
Omnichannel Innovation & Digital Tactics
Implement an omnichannel engagement strategy, leveraging digital platforms to maximize healthcare professional engagement.
Drive efficiency by integrating digital tools for tracking and reporting medical metrics (dashboards, CRM platforms, etc.).
Governance, Ethics, & Compliance
Partner with internal stakeholders to develop SOPs and ensure regulatory alignment.
Oversee governance processes, ensuring compliance with internal and global ethical standards.
Knowledge Dissemination
Create systems for capturing and sharing scientific and medical insights across the department and organization.
As a Takeda leader, you will:
Be a champion for ethical integrity, actively reporting any product-related issues.
Complete all mandatory training and uphold company and industry policies.
Serve as a role model for compliance by utilizing internal systems with accuracy and timeliness.
Proactively report and provide solutions for compliance-related concerns.
Qualifications
Educational & Professional Background
A University Degree in Medicine or Pharmacy; a PhD is strongly preferred.
7+ years of pharmaceutical industry experience in Medical Affairs or Clinical Development.
Demonstrated expertise in Real-World Evidence generation, launch readiness, and medical strategy execution.
Core Competencies
Strong strategic thinking, scientific acumen, and business understanding.
Proven ability to lead complex projects and partnerships in a matrixed structure.
Advanced skills in digital tools, CRM platforms, and omnichannel engagement.
Exceptional written and verbal communication, fluent in English and Turkish.
Personal Capabilities
Agile, curious, and innovative mindset with a focus on continuous improvement.
A leader with experience in capability building and fostering learning cultures.
Commitment to ethical conduct and regulatory compliance principles, embodying Takeda’s values.
