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Pioneer the Future of Dermatology Care with a Global Leader
Takeda is a patient-focused, values-based global biopharmaceutical leader. Our commitment to "Better Health and a Brighter Future" drives us to innovate in areas of high unmet need. As we advance a robust and innovative pipeline, we are establishing a new medical legacy in dermatology.
We are seeking a strategic and influential Medical Advisor to build and lead our medical affairs presence in dermatology for Australia. This is a foundational role for a new therapeutic area at Takeda, offering the unique opportunity to shape the medical strategy from the ground up, engage with the country's leading Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs), and directly impact the future of patient care.
Your Mission: Scientific Leadership and Strategy
You will serve as the primary medical and scientific authority for dermatology in Australia, translating global strategy into local impact. Your expertise will guide cross-functional teams and ensure the scientific integrity of our medical initiatives.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop & Execute Medical Strategy: Create and lead the local Medical Affairs plan for dermatology, encompassing both pipeline assets and future inline brands, ensuring alignment with corporate goals and patient needs.
- Scientific Exchange & KOL Engagement: Build and nurture authentic, long-term relationships with dermatology KOLs, healthcare institutions, and professional societies. Lead advisory boards and scientific discussions to gather critical insights and advance the standard of care.
- Evidence Generation & Dissemination: Provide medical oversight for company-sponsored studies and support the review of investigator-initiated research (IITs). Communicate complex scientific data effectively to both internal and external stakeholders.
- Cross-Functional Leadership: Act as the key medical expert, providing scientific input to commercial, market access, and regulatory colleagues to ensure a unified and compliant patient-centric approach.
- Innovation & Compliance: Leverage AI-driven insights and digital tools to enhance medical planning and stakeholder engagement. Uphold the highest standards of medical ethics, patient safety, and regulatory compliance.
About You: The Ideal Candidate
You are a seasoned medical affairs professional with a passion for dermatology and a proven track record of scientific leadership.
Essential Qualifications:
- A doctoral-level degree (MD, PhD, PharmD) in a life sciences field.
- Demonstrated experience in a Medical Affairs role within the pharmaceutical industry, with specific expertise in dermatology.
- Strong scientific acumen with the ability to critically analyse data and translate insights into strategy.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Experience with product launches is highly preferred.
- Willingness and ability to travel as needed.
Why Takeda is the Place for You:
- Build a Legacy: Be the architect of Takeda's dermatology presence in Australia, with the autonomy to shape strategy and make a lasting impact.
- Patient-Centric Culture: Work for a company where the patient is at the center of every decision, and your work directly contributes to "Better Health."
- Hybrid Flexibility & Location: Based in our modern offices in The Rocks, Sydney, with a flexible hybrid work model that supports work-life balance.
- Market-Leading Benefits: Enjoy a comprehensive rewards package, wellbeing program, and flexible leave options designed to support your whole health—social, financial, mental, and physical.
- Inclusive Environment: Thrive in a diverse and inclusive culture that values your unique background and perspective.
We are proud to be a Global Top Employer. If you are a curious, collaborative, and strategic medical professional ready to define the future of dermatology with us, we encourage you to apply—even if you don't meet every single qualification.
Locations: Sydney, Australia
Worker Type: Employee
Time Type: Full time
