Medical Science Liaison Job at Takeda | MBBS Graduates Apply Now
Takeda Pharmaceuticals, a global leader with over 240 years of excellence, is hiring a Medical Science Liaison / Senior MSL for Kolkata (Remote). Join a team for the MBBS Job that blends innovation, science, and compassion to deliver transformative therapies worldwide. This Medical Science Liaison Job focuses on scientific exchange, KOL engagement, and advancing medical strategy within Takeda’s Therapeutic Area teams.
- Job Position: Senior MSL
- Location: Kolkata – Remote
- Job ID: R0165714
About the Company
Takeda has been translating science into breakthrough medicines for 240 years. Every step of the way, our teams have worked together to tackle some of the most challenging problems in drug discovery and development. Today, we’re a driving force behind innovative therapies that make a lasting difference to millions of patients around the world.
In R&D, all of our history and potential comes together in an environment that welcomes diversity of thought and amplifies every voice. Working closely with colleagues, you’ll play a key role in bringing our rich pipeline of products forward to help patients. Come join a team that’s earned trust for more than two centuries, and find out how advancing transformative therapies at Takeda will shape your bright future.
Application Process for the Medical Science Liaison Job
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About The Medical Science Liaison Job
Serve as a field-based extension of the Therapeutic Area Medical Strategy Group.
- Systematically identify the scientific exchange needs of Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs), investigators and other stakeholders in patient care, establish strong professional relationships, provide credible scientific expertise and serve as a liaison to Takeda Global Medical, Global Clinical and external partners.
- Ensure compliant communication and education of Takeda’s marketed and emerging product portfolio to meet the educational and professional needs of Takeda’s key customers.
- Responds effectively to requests for scientific exchange.
- Support local team disease area and product knowledge through scientific training.
- Maintain personal expertise in relevant disease areas and MSL best practices.
Education and Experience Requirements
- MBBS/MD is required.
- Medical affairs, clinical or research experience in the assigned disease area is preferred.
- Demonstrative therapeutic experience/research or substantive patient care experience is preferred (1 year minimum).
- Demonstration of expertise in key skills and competencies.
Key Skills, Abilities, and Competencies
There are various key skills required for the MBBS Job. They are:
- Communication/presentation skills – Able to exchange scientific ideas and information openly and effectively with key opinion leaders and with colleagues.
- Relationship-building & Engagement – Able to manage challenging conversations and handle objections.
- Subject matter expertise in Therapy Area/Disease Segment – Demonstrates in-depth therapeutic competency and expertise of the leading science in designated disease state.
- Planning and Organizing skills.
- Problem solving and solution orientation.
- Accountability and ownership – constantly challenging oneself to take responsibility for continuous performance improvement and operational excellence.
- Focused on customer and patient needs.
- Ability to partner and collaborate appropriately with Commercial functions.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Complexity and Problem Solving of the Takeda Job
- Appropriate identification, assessment, and development of relationships with KOLs.
- Appropriate assessment and allocation of available resources including activity plan.
- External and internal stakeholder management and interactions.
- Understands value of Takeda’s MSL-KOL professional relationship.
