At AstraZeneca we turn ideas into life-changing medicines. Working here means thinking big and working together to make the impossible a reality. We’re focused on the potential of science to address the unmet needs of patients around the world. We commit to those areas where we think we can really change the course of medicine and bring big new ideas to life.

At AstraZeneca, we are taking bold action on climate because we recognize the connection between healthy people and a healthy planet. As part of our flagship Ambition Zero Carbon program, we have committed to a fully electric vehicle (EV) fleet by the end of 2025, which means that all of our drivers will be assigned an EV.

As a Senior Pharmaceutical Sales Specialist for the Respiratory Specialty Care Team, you’ll play a pivotal role in channelling our scientific capabilities to make a positive impact on changing patients’ lives!

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Develops and demonstrates strong knowledge of clinical disease states and treatment guidelines.Effectively communicates product information to healthcare professionals to influence prescribing behavior.Executes call plans and Brand Strategy by translating data to actionable insights.Builds and maintains working relationships with healthcare professionals.Drives portfolio demand performance through meaningful customer interactions leveraging multiple channels, such as digital platforms and face to face engagements to reach the customers.Demonstrates openness to new ideas and seeks innovative approaches to sales and customer engagement.

Essential Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree2+ yrs of demonstrated Sales or Commercial experience or a combination of: pharmaceutical, healthcare, scientific, clinical, institutional or related industry experienceA valid driver’s license and safe driving record

Essential Skills and Capabilities

Customer Engagement: Demonstrated commitment to improving patient outcomes through effective engagement with healthcare professionals.Advanced Sales Techniques: Experience with advanced sales techniques and strategies tailored to specialty care markets.Clinical Acumen: Strong understanding of clinical trial data and the ability to communicate complex scientific information clearly.Business Acumen: Ability to conduct detailed market analysis and leverage insights for strategic planning.

Desirable Requirements (Inputs from Hiring Manager can be entered)

Therapeutic area experience, specialization in clinical setting, and sales experience

 
  

Please note - Relocation assistance is not available for this position. 

The annual base pay (or hourly rate of compensation) for this position ranges from $99,000 to $150,000. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours. Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. In addition, our positions offer a short-term incentive bonus opportunity; eligibility to participate in our equity-based long-term incentive program (salaried roles), to receive a retirement contribution (hourly roles), and commission payment eligibility (sales roles). Benefits offered included a qualified retirement program [401(k) plan]; paid vacation and holidays; paid leaves; and, health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans. Additional details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors. 

Next Steps – Apply today! 

To be considered for this exciting opportunity, please complete the full application on our website at your earliest convenience – it is the only way that our Recruiter and Hiring Manager can know that you feel well qualified for this opportunity.  If you know someone who would be a great fit, please share this posting with them. 

 

Date Posted

23-Apr-2025

Closing Date

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