Pharmaceutical Sales – Neuroscience Specialist

Otsuka Pharmaceutical Companies (U.S.)

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

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeRemote • 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 and medical device sales, with a strong focus on customer engagement and relationship building. Proficient in communicating complex clinical information and executing compliant business activities to enhance patient outcomes.

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Pharmaceutical Sales ExperienceBusiness-To-Business Sales ExperienceClinical Healthcare ExperienceRegulatory Standards KnowledgeCustomer Engagement

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Hard Skills

Sales PresentationsPatient Care GuidanceCompetitive Data AnalysisPromotional Material UtilizationPayer Guidelines Education

Soft Skills

CommunicationInfluencing StakeholdersRelationship BuildingFeedback Solicitation

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree

Industry Keywords

Healthcare ProvidersClinical ExperienceEthical Business PracticesMarket AccessPatient Support

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Engage healthcare providers using in-person, virtual, and digital tools
Serve as the primary point of contact for HCP customers
Conduct proactive outreach on product access, on-label information, and established patient care guidance
Direct customers to other colleagues, such as CSS, as needed
Facilitate speaker programs
Organize local provider groups for discussions with local and regional leaders
Ensure customer requests are met and solicit engagement feedback
Collaborate with the ecosystem team to adjust targeting and call point plans compliantly
Use customer insights to inform local strategy and business goals
Elevate opportunities, feedback, and local market insights to the Area Business Lead
Analyze territory and business conditions using competitive data, business reports, sales data, and promotional budgets
Educate office staff on payer guidelines and reimbursement procedures
Utilize approved promotional materials and technical references
Build relationships with office and practice personnel
Deliver balanced office calls and sales presentations to help HCPs enhance patient outcomes
Report directly to the Area Business Lead and coordinate with Medical, Market Access, and Patient Support colleagues

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree
Must have at least one of the following experiences: 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
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 Columbus, GA
Ability to travel is required
Field travel by car daily

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
Company-provided basic life insurance
Accidental death and 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
Incentive opportunity