MSL (Oncology)- West

CORE ELEMENTS RELATED TO THIS ROLE

• Mapped Takeda Job Profile: Medical Science Liaison, Principal Analyst | Job Code: MA_MSL_D2_MSL_T | Global Grade D2 | Individual contributor.

• Field-based scientific expert and the primary medical interface with the external scientific community.

• Drives omnichannel, insight-led engagement in competitive specialty markets (field travel up to 60-70%).

• Balances scientific excellence with strict, non-promotional compliance.

DIMENSIONS AND ASPECTS:

Technical/Functional (Line) Expertise (Breadth and depth of knowledge, application and complexity of technical knowledge)

Solid, experienced therapeutic-area and product expertise underpinned by an advanced scientific degree, with strong scientific communication, omnichannel engagement and data/analytical capability for field medical activity.

Leadership (Vision, strategy and business alignment, people management, communication, influencing others, managing change)

Demonstrates strong self-leadership and leads through influence and example, guiding cross-functional and account partners toward shared goals without formal authority. Supports less-experienced colleagues and adapts positively to change. Lives and role-models Takeda's six culture pillars (Patient-Centric, People-Minded, Respectful & Collaborative, Decision Effectiveness, Performance Culture and Enterprise Orientation).

Decision-making and Autonomy (The capacity and authority to make organizational decisions, autonomy in decision-making, complexity of decisions, impact of decisions, problem-solving)

Works with autonomy within established guidelines; makes and is accountable for decisions within own territory scope that affect account and customer outcomes. Applies Takeda's decision framework, balancing Patient, Trust, Reputation and Business priorities, and understands decision roles (Decide / Advise / Inform). Debates then commits, decides with the information available and acts with speed while staying within risk and compliance boundaries.

Interaction (The span and nature of one's engagement with others when performing one's job, internal and external relationships)

Predominantly external, KOL/HCP-facing engagement (the majority of role time), with internal collaboration across Medical Affairs and cross-functional partners to relay insights.

Innovation (The required level of scientific knowledge, knowledge sharing, innovation and risk taking)

Applies solid scientific and technical knowledge, shares field insights and takes sensible, compliant risks to improve engagement and outcomes. Uses CRM, data, digital tools and AI to prioritise and personalise interactions.

Complexity (Products managed, mix of businesses, internal and/or external business environment, cultural considerations)

Operates field-based in a competitive specialty market with significant travel, balancing scientific excellence with strict non-promotional compliance.

Performance Culture (Ambitious goals, accountability, speed and delivery of measurable results)

Sets ambitious personal goals, takes ownership of results, works with pace and delivers measurable outcomes for patients and the business.

Enterprise Orientation (Cross-functional and cross-geography collaboration, sharing best practice, enterprise-first mindset)

Collaborates across functions and geographies, shares insights and best practice, and supports enterprise success beyond own territory.

EDUCATION, BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS

• Advanced scientific degree required (PhD, PharmD or MD preferred; MSc acceptable).

• Solid of field medical (MSL) experience, ideally in competitive specialty markets.

• Strong scientific communication, digital/analytical and omnichannel engagement skills.

• Proficiency in English (regional languages an asset); willingness to travel up to 60-70%.

• Full understanding of the regulatory, legal and ethical framework for non-promotional engagement.

• Role-models Takeda's six culture pillars: Patient-Centric, People-Minded, Respectful & Collaborative, Decision Effectiveness, Performance Culture and Enterprise Orientation.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

This role must be performed in full compliance with all applicable laws, regulations and industry codes (e.g. EFPIA and the relevant national pharmaceutical industry code) and with Takeda's policies, SOPs and ethical standards.