Neuroscience Specialist

Otsuka Pharmaceutical Companies (U.S.)

. Engage healthcare providers through in-person, virtual, and digital tools .

Posted 10/15/2026full-timeRemote • Florida • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $107,362 - $166,750 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in pharmaceutical sales and clinical healthcare, effectively engaging healthcare providers through various communication channels. Possesses strong relationship-building skills and the ability to influence prescribing habits while adhering to ethical business practices and regulatory standards.

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Pharmaceutical Sales ExperienceClinical Healthcare ExperienceB2B Sales ExperienceRegulatory Compliance KnowledgeStakeholder Communication

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Hard Skills

Product KnowledgeSales PresentationsMarket AnalysisPayer Guidelines EducationCompetitive Data Analysis

Soft Skills

Relationship BuildingInfluencing SkillsCommunication SkillsFeedback SolicitationNetworking

Industry Keywords

Healthcare ProvidersCustomer EngagementOffice CallsSpeaker ProgramsPatient Care Guidance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Engage healthcare providers through in-person, virtual, and digital tools
Provide expertise on products and their approved conditions
Serve as the primary point of contact for HCP customers
Personally engage customers through virtual or digital tools
Direct customers to Customer Service Specialists and other colleagues as needed
Ensure customer requests are met and solicit feedback on engagement quality
Facilitate speaker programs
Organize local provider groups to discuss experiences and outcomes with local/regional leaders
Elevate opportunities, feedback, and local market insights to the Area Business Lead
Collaborate compliantly with the ecosystem team to adjust targeting and call point plans
Use customer insights to inform local strategy and business goals
Conduct proactive outreach to HCPs on product access, on-label information, and established patient care guidance
Track territory progress and uncover opportunities using competitive data, business reports, sales data, and promotional budgets
Educate office staff on payer guidelines and reimbursement procedures
Overcome objections and influence prescribing habits during office calls
Network with territory professional groups and potential key opinion leaders
Build relationships with office and practice personnel
Deliver balanced office calls and sales presentations using approved marketing materials and technical references
Report directly to the Area Business Lead and coordinate with Medical, Market Access, and Patient Support colleagues

Requirements

What you’ll need

At least one of the following: 2+ years of pharmaceutical or medical device sales experience; less experience considered for employees who successfully complete the Otsuka ReadyNow program
3+ years of business-to-business (B2B) or equivalent outside sales experience, in regulated, clinical, or customer engagement experience
2+ years of clinical healthcare experience (e.g., Nurse Practitioner, Physician Assistant, RN, or similar) with demonstrated patient-facing, medical education, or therapy-focused responsibilities
Demonstrated ability to communicate complex clinical information, influence stakeholders, and translate scientific data into clear, practical value propositions
Strong commitment to ethical business practices and understanding of regulatory standards
Ability to execute business activities in compliance with Company policies and guidance
Ability to assimilate and communicate complex clinical and product information
Must reside within a commutable distance of 50 miles from the primary city in the sales territory
Knowledge of territory and business conditions affecting sales results
Ability to educate office staff on payer guidelines and reimbursement procedures
Ability to use promotional materials effectively
Market and industry knowledge to overcome objections and influence prescribing habits
Ability to identify territory professional groups and network with potential key opinion leaders
Ability to build relationships with office/practice personnel
Competent product knowledge of own product and competition
Ability to deliver effective office calls and sales presentations using approved marketing materials and technical references

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
Company-provided basic life insurance
Accidental death & dismemberment insurance
Short-term and long-term disability insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Student loan assistance
Generous 401(k) match
Flexible time off
Paid holidays
Paid leave programs
Other company-provided benefits
Incentive opportunity