Executive LTC Neuroscience Sales Leader

Acadia Pharmaceuticals; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 124,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) match

Employee stock purchase plan

Paid holidays

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Acadia Pharmaceuticals is seeking a Sales Specialist to drive long‑term care (LTC) sales, build physician and facility partnerships, and expand market share across a defined territory. You will deliver clinical and reimbursement education, address customer questions, and develop quarterly business plans in collaboration with cross‑functional teams.

The role requires 3 years of pharma/healthcare sales experience, with neuroscience exposure preferred; travel up to 80% and a valid driver’s license

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required, life sciences preferred.
• 3 years of sales experience in pharmaceutical/healthcare; neuroscience preferred.
• Senior/Executive level requires 8–12 years of healthcare sales with complex/account-based selling experience.
• Must reside within the territory or within 30 miles; ability to travel up to 80%.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to drive a company vehicle; travel by air as needed.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain relationships with LTC resident care team members (physicians, NP/PA, pharmacists, leadership).
• Deliver compliant clinical, disease state, and reimbursement education tailored to customer needs.
• Identify and address questions/objections with advanced selling skills.
• Develop deep knowledge of customers and local market trends to inform planning.
• Create quarterly territory business plans; maximize reach within budget.
• Guide pricing and reimbursement discussions; liaison on access questions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners to address business needs.
• Represent Acadia at conferences, launches, and trainings; contribute to initiatives.
• Mentor and train new sales specialists; share insights across teams.
• Maintain compliance with healthcare regulations and company policies.

Skills

Leadership

Mentorship

Sales

Business acumen

Organization

Self-motivation

Driving/travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in life sciences

Tools

Microsoft Office

Zoom

WebEx

Job description

Acadia Pharmaceuticals is seeking a Sales Specialist to drive long‑term care (LTC) sales, build physician and facility partnerships, and expand market share across a defined territory. You will deliver clinical and reimbursement education, address customer questions, and develop quarterly business plans in collaboration with cross‑functional teams.

The role requires 3 years of pharma/healthcare sales experience, with neuroscience exposure preferred; travel up to 80% and a valid driver’s license