You will serve as a field-based source of scientific and clinical expertise for external stakeholders and internal colleagues, including Sales and Market Access. Please note this is a 1 year contract for a temporary leave coverage with earliest start date November 2026.
Understand and segment stakeholder needs, then implement targeted approaches to communicate medical data effectively.
Act as a field-based scientific and clinical reference for Sales, Market Access, and other internal stakeholders through training and ad hoc support, aligned with Takeda project teams.
Support ongoing and future Company-Sponsored Studies when requested by Global Development Operations. Activities may include locally reviewing proposed CRO site lists, attending Integral or Regional Investigator Meetings, conducting motivational site visits, and sharing site and investigator feedback with Clinical Operations. Keep relevant local functions informed of progress in site involvement in a timely manner.
Enable research and evidence generation: Facilitate unsolicited HCP proposals for investigator-initiated sponsored research by engaging with Global External Research on IISR proposals and Medical Affairs Company Studies (MACS). Support national disease registries and real-world evidence (RWE) projects in relevant disease areas.
Participate in developing and implementing medical activities, such as advisory boards, medical education, and peer‑to‑peer training. Maintain quality and compliance: Develop and implement an annual quality plan within your area of responsibility. Follow applicable corporate, compliance, ethical, and legal standards; University degree in science or pharmacy. A PhD or master’s degree in biological or medical science, or a medical qualification,



is desirable.
MSL or equivalent Medical Affairs experience, experience with clinical trials, and a solid understanding of clinical‑trial data and study design are desirable.
Experience delivering clinical‑data and disease‑area training to medical and non‑medical colleagues is desirable.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Fluency in written and spoken English.
Ability to communicate complex clinical data clearly and concisely, including its statistical and clinical relevance, and to engage effectively with external stakeholders.
manage project milestones and deliver work on time; and influence senior stakeholders.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, a proactive approach to personal and team performance, and the highest ethical standards.
Familiarity with clinical‑trial processes and research infrastructure is desirable.
Commitment to developing proficiency with role‑relevant digital tools and platforms—including AI, CRM systems, portals, and Power BI—to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
Ability to use facts, metrics, and data to inform decisions and strategic planning, with an understanding of relevant data sources, management, and analysis.
Adaptability to change, evolving business models, shifting priorities, and digital ways of working; Ownership of personal development and lifelong learning, including staying current with market trends, digital technologies, and pharmaceutical‑industry best practices.
Manual dexterity to operate office equipment, including computers and phones.
Ability to travel by car or plane for meetings, audits, and training; a valid, clean driver’s license is required.
Temporary / Limited Term
Full time
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📌 MSL (Medical Science Liaison) (Madrid)
🏢 Takeda
📍 Madrid