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Job Description

The Evidence Generation function within Global Medical Affairs Oncology plays a crucial role in generating and managing clinical and real-world data to support the effectiveness, safety, and value of our pharmaceutical products and providing early access to patients. Our main goal is to ensure speedy evidence generation in impactful areas to maximize value to patients and business.

Key activities include:

End to end study management

Support, design and conduct clinical studies.

Co-develop asset-focused Evidence Generation Plans

Provide key competencies, services, tools and support around all aspects of evidence generation and expanded access.

Collect and analyze real-world data and outcomes.

Collaborate and empower the local teams to develop and execute local studies

Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to address unmet needs, ensure access to patients, and disseminate findings.

The intern will support the Medical Affairs Company Sponsored (MACS) Publications Project within the Global Medical Affairs Oncology (GMAO) Evidence Generation team. This role involves collaboration with the Global Medical Evidence (GME) and publications teams to categorize and report on MACS publications, aimed at improving the ability to capture and report metrics for MACS publications. This role offers an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in medical affairs, focusing on the generation and management of evidence to support oncology products.

Key Responsibilities:

Partner with GME and publications teams on the MACS Publication iEnvision project

Develop a categorization system for MACS publications in accordance with the publications SOP.

Categorize MACS publications from the past 3 years.

Develop a standard format for reporting of Evidence Generation (Ev Gen) publication metrics.

Ensure compliance with relevant SOPs.

Support the implementation of improved metrics capture processes and tools and training materials.

Assist in presenting the project at a GMAO Town Hall

Internship Development Opportunities:
 

This role will enhance the ability of the GMAO Evidence Generation team to capture and report MACS publication metrics efficiently, ensuring streamlined reporting for Evidence Generation and informing key stakeholders. The intern will gain valuable experience in medical affairs, evidence generation, and data management.

The intern can expect to learn and develop the following skills: 

Project/time Management: Managing a project, ensuring timelines and objectives are met, and coordinating with cross-functional teams.

Stakeholder Engagement: Engaging with key cross-functional stakeholders such as Global Medical Evidence and Publications teams to gather insights and feedback

Strategic Thinking: Learning to align evidence generation activities with our broader Takeda organizational goals and strategies.

Data Analysis: Gaining proficiency in analyzing data to extract meaningful insights.

Public Speaking: Enhancing the ability to speak confidently and clearly in front of an audience.

Feedback Incorporation: Learning to accept and incorporate feedback to improve future presentations.

Job Requirements:

Pursuing or recently completed an undergraduate degree in life sciences, medical affairs, public health, or a related field.

Proficiency in data management.

Understanding of medical and clinical research methodologies.

Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Ability to work effectively in a team and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Organized with attention to detail.

Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.

Ability to present findings and project updates clearly.

Internship Eligibility

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. on a permanent basis without requiring sponsorship

Must be currently enrolled in a degree program graduating December 2025 or later

The internship program is 10-12 weeks depending on the two start dates (June 2nd- August 22nd) or (June 16th - August 29th)

The intern must be able to commit to one of these time frames

Able to work full time 40 hours a week during internship dates

Takeda does not provide a housing stipend or relocation support for the U.S Summer Internship Program
 

 Program Highlights:

Hands-on experience with real projects and responsibilities

Dedicated mentorship program pairing interns with experienced professionals

Networking opportunities with industry professionals and fellow interns

Internship events focused on professional and skills development

Exposure to multiple business areas or departments within a Pharmaceutical Organization

Takeda Compensation and Benefits Summary 

We understand compensation may be an important factor as you consider an internship opportunity. We are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices. 

For Location:

Boston, MA

U.S. Hourly Wage Range:

$21.00 - $46.00

The estimated hourly range reflects an anticipated range for this position. The actual hourly wage offered will depend on the candidate’s school year/level to be entered following completion of internship.  The actual hourly wage offered will be in accordance with state or local minimum wage requirements for the job location. 

 

U.S. internship benefits vary by location and may include: 

 Paid sick time 

Civic Duty paid time off 

Participation at company volunteer events  

Participation at company sponsored special events  

Access to on-site fitness center (where available) 

Commuter Benefit: To offset your work-commute expenses, Takeda provides U.S. employees with a fixed monthly subsidy to be used for either public transportation (transit) or parking.  

EEO Statement

Takeda 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, MA

Worker TypeEmployee

Worker Sub-TypePaid Intern (Fixed Term) (Trainee)

Time TypeFull time

Job Exempt

No

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