Acadia Pharmaceuticals Inc.

Neuroscience Sales Specialist

Acadia Pharmaceuticals Inc.

full-time

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Origin:  • 🇺🇸 United States • Florida

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Salary

💰 $115,000 - $135,000 per year

Job Level

Junior

About the role

  • Promote Acadia products to HCPs in person and virtually, providing clinical, disease state, and reimbursement information in a compliant and customer-focused manner
  • Develop and execute a territory business plan to meet or exceed sales objectives, leveraging market data, customer insights, and quarterly action plans
  • Establish and maintain strong relationships with HCPs, including key opinion leaders, advocacy organizations, and other healthcare stakeholders
  • Address customer questions, concerns, and objections using advanced dialogue and selling skills
  • Tailor approved sales aids, clinical reprints, and brand resources to meet specific customer needs
  • Partner with internal colleagues (e.g., managed markets, operations, sales training, marketing) to deliver coordinated solutions
  • Provide guidance on product pricing, reimbursement, and specialty distribution channels, acting as a liaison between customers and the Company for access-related issues
  • Accurately track and report sales activities, business expenses, and customer interactions in a timely manner
  • Represent Acadia at conferences, exhibits, and trainings; participate in national, regional, and local meetings as required
  • Mentor and train new sales specialists as needed, and contribute to cross-functional projects and field strategic insights

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree required; life sciences preferred
  • Sales Specialist: Minimum 1+ years of sales experience in pharmaceutical/healthcare; neuroscience preferred
  • Senior Specialist: Minimum 5+ years of healthcare sales (2+ in complex/account-based selling)
  • Demonstrated advanced selling skills, leadership abilities, and business acumen
  • Proven success in influencing diverse HCP audiences across multiple care settings
  • Strong interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and virtual engagement platforms (e.g., Zoom, WebEx)
  • Strong grasp of payer dynamics, including Part D and specialty pharmacy/hub distribution
  • Must reside within the territory (or within 30 miles of its border) and possess a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record
  • Ability to meet travel requirements, including significant driving and overnight stays; air travel as needed (travel may be up to 80%)
  • Must comply with vaccination requirements for HCP office access, long-term care facilities, and medical conferences