Area Business Manager

Acadia Pharmaceuticals Inc.

. Report directly to the Regional Business Leader .

Posted 10/22/2026full-timeRemote • Texas • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $144,000 - $180,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

Role fit

Core Competencies

Use this summary to align your resume positioning with the role.

Demonstrates expertise in pharmaceutical sales with a focus on rare diseases, particularly in CNS/neurology and pediatric neurology. Proven ability to build relationships with healthcare providers and key opinion leaders while executing strategic business plans to ensure patient access to therapy.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Pharmaceutical Sales ExperienceSpecialty Sales in Rare DiseasesAdvanced Selling SkillsCross-Functional CollaborationMarket Analysis

ATS Keywords

Tailor your resume

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills

Business Plan DevelopmentMarket Insights AnalysisProduct Safety and Efficacy EducationCustomer Relationship ManagementCompliance Optimization

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsCommunication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsRelationship BuildingProblem-Solving

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Life SciencesValid Driver’s License

Industry Keywords

FDA ComplianceOIG ComplianceCNS/NeurologyPediatric NeurologyKey Opinion Leaders

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Report directly to the Regional Business Leader
Promote Acadia’s FDA-approved treatment for Rett syndrome in adults and pediatric patients aged two and older
Own and execute territory strategy
Analyze market insights and sales potential
Build trusted relationships with healthcare providers and multidisciplinary care teams
Educate target healthcare providers about therapeutic-area disease states and Acadia product safety and efficacy using MLR-approved messages
Develop and execute territory business plans to exceed goals and achieve call activity, adherence, and financial objectives
Cultivate relationships with key opinion leaders and relevant stakeholders
Address customer concerns and collaborate with internal teams to resolve issues
Optimize outreach within budget and compliance guidelines
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support patients and providers
Participate in patient advocacy events, conferences, training sessions, and other industry events
Maintain current knowledge of market trends, products, and the therapeutic area
Guide customers on product pricing and access
Represent Acadia’s mission, values, and culture
Pursue personal and professional development and leadership opportunities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree required, with a strong preference for life sciences
Area Business Manager: at least 3 years of pharmaceutical sales experience, including at least 1 year in specialty sales with emphasis in rare diseases
Preferred specialty sales experience in rare diseases, CNS/neurology, or pediatric neurology
Familiarity with specialty distribution and access
Advanced selling and dialogue skills
Ability to build lasting relationships with KOLs, Centers of Excellence, and multidisciplinary care teams
Ability to work cross-functionally to create and execute actionable business plans ensuring patient access to therapy
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Must live within the territory near Dallas, Texas
Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel extensively, including overnight stays and air travel
Must be in good standing with the FDA and OIG
Ability to drive a company-provided car and remain eligible for it
Ability to travel independently by airplane
Ability to travel up to 80% of the time
Ability to work after hours when required
May need to live within a reasonable distance of a major airport
Ability to regularly stand, walk, sit, handle or operate equipment, and occasionally lift or move up to 20 pounds

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive base salary
Discretionary bonus
New hire and ongoing equity packages
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Employer-paid life insurance
Employer-paid disability coverage
Employer-paid business travel coverage
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) coverage
401(k) Plan with fully vested company match 1:1 up to 5%
Employee Stock Purchase Plan with a 2-year purchase price lock-in
15+ vacation days
13–15 paid holidays, including office closure between December 24th and January 1st
10 days of paid sick time
Paid parental leave benefit
Tuition assistance
Company-provided car