Acadia Pharmaceuticals Inc.

Neuroscience Sales Specialist - Allentown, PA

Pennsylvania - Remote · Senior

Sponsorship not specified$92k-$115kDetected 21 days ago
SalesNegotiationFDA RegulatoryLeadershipCommunicationMicrosoft Office

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.

Responsibilities

  • Requires eligibility to drive a company vehicle and ability to travel independently by air.
  • Develop and execute a territory business plan to meet or exceed sales objectives, leveraging market data, customer insights, and quarterly action plans.
  • Partner with internal colleagues (e.g., managed markets, operations, sales training, marketing) to deliver coordinated solutions.

Requirements

  • This position requires the ability to travel independently overnight and/or work after hours as required by travel schedule or business needs.
  • Bachelor's degree required, with an emphasis in the life sciences preferred.
  • To qualify for Sales Specialist requires 3 years of sales experience with at least 1 year in pharmaceutical, and/or other related healthcare sales, with an emphasis on neuroscience preferred.
  • To qualify for Sr. Specialist level, requires a minimum of 8 years of healthcare sales with at least 2 years of experience in complex or account-based selling environments is required.
  • To qualify for Executive level, requires a minimum of 12 years of healthcare sales with at least 3 years of experience in complex or account-based selling environments is required.
  • 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.
  • Ability to work independently, adapt to change, and deliver consistently high results.
  • 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

Nice to have

  • Tailor approved sales aids, clinical reprints, and brand resources to meet specific customer needs.
  • 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.
  • Deep understanding of neuroscience disease states, Acadia products, and local/regional market dynamics.
  • 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.

Skills

  • Address customer questions, concerns, and objections using advanced dialogue and selling skills.

Compensation

  • $92,000 - $115,000 USD
  • What we offer US-based Employees:
  • 401(k) Plan with a fully vested company match 1:1 up to 5%
  • 13 -15 paid holidays, including office closure between December 24th and January 1st
  • 10 days of paid sick time
  • We are committed to building a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and innovative company, and we are looking for the BEST candidate for the job.

Benefits

  • Competitive base, bonus, new hire and ongoing equity packages
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Employer-paid life, disability, business travel and EAP coverage
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan with a 2-year purchase price lock-in
  • 15+ vacation days
  • Paid parental leave benefit
  • Tuition assistance

Company info

  • About Acadia Pharmaceuticals
  • Acadia is committed to turning scientific promise into meaningful innovation that makes the difference for underserved neurological and rare disease communities around the world.
  • Our commercial portfolio includes the first and only FDA-approved treatments for Parkinson's disease psychosis and Rett syndrome.
  • We are developing the next wave of therapeutic advancements with a robust and diverse pipeline that includes mid- to late-stage programs in Alzheimer's disease psychosis and Lewy body dementia psychosis, along with earlier-stage programs that address other underserved patient needs.
  • At Acadia, we're here to be their difference.
  • Provide guidance on product pricing, reimbursement, and specialty distribution channels, acting as a liaison between customers and the Company for access-related issues.

Equal opportunity

  • Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the qualifications in the exact way they are described in job postings.
  • We are committed to building a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and innovative company, and we are looking for the BEST candidate for the job.
  • That candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background or may meet the qualifications in a different way.
  • We strongly encourage you to apply, especially if the reason you are the best candidate isn't exactly what we describe here.

Visa & Work Authorization

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