Medical Director, Pharmacovigilance

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This role supports clinical development by providing critical safety insights and guidance, contributing to the overall mission of Takeda.How you will contribute:Guide safety assessments and medical reviewsNavigate complex regulatory compliance requirements in pharmaceutical safetyApply expert risk management strategies to mitigate potential safety issuesLead safety surveillance initiatives, including data analysis and safety signal detectionProvide critical safety insights and guidance to support clinical developmentStrategically guide and mentor the safety teamFacilitate team collaboration to enhance performance and project successSkills and qualifications:Possesses deep medical knowledge and expertise, capable of guiding safety assessments and medical reviewsAdvanced understanding of regulatory compliance requirements in pharmaceutical safety, able to navigate complex regulatory landscapesApplies expert risk management strategies to mitigate potential safety issues associated with pharmaceutical productsLeads safety surveillance initiatives, adept at data analysis and safety signal detectionSupports clinical development by providing critical safety insights and guidanceDemonstrates leadership by strategically guiding and mentoring the safety teamSkilled in strategic planning with the ability to anticipate and mitigate challenges in pharmaceutical safetyFacilitates team collaboration, enhancing team performance and project successSolves complex safety-related problems with innovative and effective solutionsCommunicates effectively with all levels of management and cross-functional teamsProvides mentoring and development opportunities to team members, enhancing their professional growthAs a recognized expert within Takeda globally, you possess in-depth expertise in your discipline and broad knowledge across related areas. You're adept at anticipating internal/external challenges, recommending improvements, and solving unique, far-reaching business problems. Your role involves working on abstract issues, assessing intangible variables, contributing to global Business/Functional strategy, and serving as the primary contact for contracts and operations, conducting briefings and meetings with top management and customers. Operating with significant autonomy in a complex environment, you also lead project teams to achieve milestones and objectives.This position is currently classified as “hybrid” in accordance with Takeda’s Hybrid and Remote Work policy.Takeda Compensation and Benefits SummaryWe 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:Boston, MAU.S. Base Salary Range:$237,200.00 - $372,790.00The 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 StatementTakeda 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.LocationsBoston, MAWorker TypeEmployeeWorker Sub-TypeRegularTime TypeFull timeJob ExemptYesIt 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.Reference: R0184311