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Medical Director - Clinical Oncology

Takeda Pharmaceutical
Takeda Pharmaceutical
3-5 years
₹75 – ₹100 LPA
10 Aug. 5, 2025
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: MD/PhD Skills: Causality Assessment, Clinical SAS Programming, Communication Skills, CPC Certified, GCP guidelines, ICD-10 CM Codes, CPT-Codes, HCPCS Codes, ICD-10 CM, CPT, HCPCS Coding, ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Interpersonal Skill, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

Medical Director – Clinical Oncology | Takeda | Mumbai, Maharashtra
Job ID: R0158310
Location: Mumbai, India
Job Type: Full-time | Regular | Senior Level
Travel: Minimal (15–25%)

Salary:
Estimated Range: ₹75 – ₹100 LPA
(Based on role seniority, oncology specialization, and leadership responsibilities in global pharma)


Role Overview:

Takeda is seeking a Medical Director – Clinical Oncology to lead India’s OTAU R&D capabilities, optimize local oncology operations, and align with Takeda’s global innovation strategy. This high-impact leadership role will oversee clinical science activities in India, working with cross-functional and global teams to accelerate oncology development and strengthen India’s clinical research position.


Key Responsibilities:

1. Strategic R&D Leadership:

  • Drive integrated India development strategy for Takeda's oncology pipeline

  • Represent India clinical operations in global discussions and guide feasibility/site selection

  • Align with Global R&D, OTAU-Japan/China, and local LOC teams

2. Clinical Development Oversight:

  • Lead Development Team for assigned compounds

  • Guide strategy, protocol development, study execution, and data interpretation

  • Influence global decisions with India-specific insights

3. Clinical Operations Execution:

  • Accountable for timely delivery of high-quality studies in India

  • Monitor ongoing trials, assess patient safety, and provide trial-level medical oversight

  • Guide Clinical Scientists in operational excellence

4. External & KOL Engagement:

  • Build and maintain relationships with Indian oncology investigators and key opinion leaders

  • Develop robust investigator networks for future studies

  • Contribute to regulatory strategy and approvals in India

5. Business Development & Alliances:

  • Participate in due diligence, BD opportunities, and in-licensing evaluation

  • Represent clinical science in alliance projects and global collaborations

6. Team Building & Leadership:

  • Build and lead India’s OTAU Oncology Clinical Science team

  • Foster a high-performing, development-driven culture

  • Mentor cross-functional teams; may evolve into people management role


Educational & Professional Requirements:

  • MD or MD/PhD (preferably in Oncology or Malignant Hematology)

  • 3–5 years clinical research experience in pharma, CRO, or academia

  • 4–5 years of leadership/people management experience preferred

  • Strong track record leading multi-regional oncology trials

  • Exposure to NDA/MAA submissions and regulatory interactions

  • Experience in India’s clinical trial ecosystem is essential


Key Skills & Knowledge:

  • Deep understanding of oncology therapeutic areas and clinical development

  • Expertise in ICH-GCP, global and local regulatory frameworks

  • Strong communication, negotiation, and matrix decision-making skills

  • Ability to manage stakeholder relationships across cultures and geographies

  • Familiarity with emerging oncology research and Indian healthcare landscape


Why Join Takeda:

Be part of a 240-year legacy of transforming science into life-changing medicines. Takeda offers a collaborative, inclusive, and innovation-driven environment, giving you the opportunity to lead in a globally integrated R&D setting while driving patient impact.

📘 Explore Takeda’s People & Culture


Travel Requirement:

Approximately 15–25%, including international travel if needed.