Pharmaceutical Sales – Neuroscience Specialist

Otsuka Pharmaceutical Companies (U.S.)

. Serve as the primary point of contact for healthcare provider customers .

Posted 10/8/2026full-timeMassapequa • New York • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $107,362 - $166,750 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in pharmaceutical sales and customer engagement, with a strong ability to communicate complex clinical information and influence stakeholders. Proven track record in building relationships with healthcare providers and executing compliant business strategies.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Pharmaceutical Sales ExperienceClinical Healthcare ExperienceB2B Sales ExperienceCNS KnowledgeRegulatory Compliance

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Hard Skills

Sales PresentationsBusiness PlanningTerritory AnalysisPatient Care GuidancePayer Guidelines EducationData AnalysisCustomer EngagementObjection HandlingClinical Information CommunicationProduct Knowledge

Soft Skills

Relationship BuildingInfluencing StakeholdersEffective CommunicationFeedback SolicitationCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

Virtual Engagement ToolsDigital ToolsPromotional MaterialsInternal Support Resources

Industry Keywords

Healthcare Provider EngagementMedical Device SalesEthical Business PracticesClinical ExperienceRegulated Sales Environment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the primary point of contact for healthcare provider customers
Conduct proactive outreach to healthcare providers on product access, on-label information, and established patient care guidance
Engage customers through virtual and digital tools and direct them to colleagues as needed
Facilitate speaker programs
Organize local provider groups to discuss experiences and outcomes with local/regional leaders
Ensure customer requests are met and solicit engagement-quality feedback
Collaborate with the ecosystem team to adjust targeting and call point plans compliantly
Act on customer-facing insights to inform local strategy and business goals
Elevate opportunities, feedback, and local market insights to the Area Business Lead
Use competitive data, business reports, sales data, and promotional budgets for territory analysis and business planning
Educate office staff on payer guidelines and reimbursement procedures
Utilize promotional materials and internal support-team resources
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

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree
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, such as Nurse Practitioner, Physician Assistant, RN, or similar, with demonstrated patient-facing, medical education, or therapy-focused responsibilities
CNS knowledge is highly valued
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
Ability to travel
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
Other company-provided benefits
Incentive opportunity