Senior Medical Science Liaison - Solid Tumor- Northern CA/NV

Job Description Senior Medical Science Liaison About the role The Senior Medical Science Liaison is an integral member of the medical affairs team. In this field‑based role, you will support the development and life‑cycle management of Takeda Oncology medicines. The key objective of the MSL role is to engage scientifically with key opinion leaders in their assigned geography via accurate, scientific, and non‑promotional information exchange. As part of the Oncology Field Medical team, you will report to the Medical Science Liaison Director and work with internal and external partners. The territory includes Northern California (from Fresno to the border of Oregon) and Nevada. Residency in the territory is required. How you will contribute Apply subject matter knowledge and adaptive communication skills to support medical strategies for Takeda compounds on the solid tumor space, focusing on colorectal cancer and addressing unsolicited requests for medical information from external stakeholders. Develop and leverage thought‑leader relationships by identifying mutually beneficial opportunities that meet the strategic needs of US Medical Affairs. Provide medical insights and intelligence from the field to support the development and life‑cycle management of Takeda Oncology compounds. Participate in, lead, and contribute to projects and initiatives within a matrix environment that increase the value and productivity of US Medical Affairs Oncology. Establish relationships and engage in peer‑to‑peer scientific discussions around emerging data, treatment guidelines, molecular pathways, and mechanism of action for Takeda Oncology products. Formulate and keep updated a specific territory engagement plan aligned with US Field Medical priorities and objectives, and execute the scientific engagement plan according to MSL priorities. Regularly collect medical insights and intelligence from scientific exchanges with HCPs and the medical community; ensure timely entries of insights into the insight tool. Respond to unsolicited inquiries consistently with field medical SOP. Support Takeda Oncology sponsored research and assist in identifying, evaluating, and screening qualified research sites for company‑sponsored clinical investigations. Actively participate in executing USMAO strategy at medical conferences. Identify potential qualified sites for future pipeline studies. Present accurate, fair, balanced scientific information to external stakeholders in various settings, including 1:1 interactions and medical meetings. Complete all required training, activity documentation, expense reporting, and other administrative responsibilities. Daily entry to hospitals and other medical facilities is required; uphold vendor credentialing policies, including training, background check, and proof of immunization. Minimum Requirements / Qualifications Advanced scientific or healthcare degree required; doctoral degree preferred (e.g., PharmD, PhD, MD, NP, DMP/ARNP). Minimum of 3 years of healthcare, clinical, or related experience (residencies, post‑doc fellowship, managed markets, clinical practice, research, or academic). Experience in Oncology required. CRC and lung therapeutic area experience preferred. Other solid tumor experience desired. Excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to engender trust and respect of peers and supervisors. Proficiency in technical and scientific language to communicate with KOLs, Medical Affairs, R&D, and other stakeholders. Travel Requirements Ability to drive to or fly to various meetings/client sites. Overnight travel (50‑60%), including some weekend commitments. Travel may vary depending on geography. Compensation and Benefits U.S. Base Salary Range: $169,400.00 – $266,200.00. The actual base salary offered may depend on qualifications, experience, skills, education, certifications, or other factors and 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. Eligible benefits include medical, dental, vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with company match, short‑term and long‑term disability coverage, basic life insurance, a tuition reimbursement program, paid volunteer time off, company holidays, well‑being benefits, up to 80 hours of sick time per calendar year, and up to 120 hours of paid vacation for new hires. 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