Medical Science Liaison

Responsibilities

• Identify, profile, and engage regional Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) to build long-term professional relationships.
• Implement regional medical plans and design medical initiatives consistent with central medical strategy.
• Obtain and communicate KOL feedback to internal stakeholders to inform medical and brand strategies.
• Develop and conduct non-promotional educational materials, lectures, and medical sessions for healthcare audiences.
• Support clinical study initiatives, including Phase IV and HEOR studies, through site feasibility checks and investigator recommendations.
• Provide medical expertise and training to internal teams regarding therapeutic area trends and product information.
• Manage regional medical budgets and track expenditures effectively.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Medical or Life Science is required; Doctoral education is preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in clinical practice or a multinational pharmaceutical company, OR at least 2 years of relevant work experience.
• For Senior MSL roles, a minimum of 2 years of prior MSL experience with a proven track record in a multinational pharmaceutical company is required.
• Fundamental knowledge of clinical study methodology.
• Fluent written business English and workable spoken English.
• Ability to travel extensively, as this is a field-based role requiring >50% field time.

Preferred Qualifications

• Clinical experience within relevant therapeutic areas.
• Strong medical project management skills and the ability to manage complex tasks within set timeframes.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills at a regional level.

About the Company

Takeda is an industry-leading, global pharmaceutical company with an unwavering dedication to putting patients at the center of everything we do. We live our values of Takeda-ism – Integrity, Fairness, Honesty, and Perseverance – and are united in our mission to strive towards Better Health and a Brighter Future for people worldwide through leading innovation in medicine.