Neuroscience Field Sales Specialist

Acadia Pharmaceuticals; Encinitas (CA); On-site; USD 124,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base and bonus

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) Plan with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

15+ vacation days

Paid holidays

Paid parental leave

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Acadia Pharmaceuticals is seeking a Neuroscience Sales Specialist to drive sales in the designated California territory by building strong relationships with HCPs and delivering compliant product education. The role requires deep neuroscience knowledge, local market understanding, and the ability to partner with healthcare professionals and stakeholders to deliver meaningful value.

The position offers the opportunity to promote Acadia products across in-person and virtual formats, develop

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required, life sciences preferred.
• 3 years of sales experience with at least 1 year in pharmaceutical or related healthcare sales; neuroscience emphasis preferred.
• Sr. Specialist: 8+ years healthcare sales with 2+ years in complex/account-based selling; Executive: 12+ years with 3+ years in complex selling.

Responsibilities

• Promote Acadia products to HCPs in person and virtually, providing clinical, disease state, and reimbursement information in a compliant manner.
• Develop and execute a territory business plan to meet or exceed sales objectives.
• Establish and maintain relationships with HCPs including key opinion leaders and other stakeholders.
• Address customer questions, concerns, and objections using advanced selling skills.
• Tailor approved sales aids and brand resources to meet customer needs.
• Collaborate with internal teams to deliver coordinated solutions.
• Provide guidance on pricing, reimbursement, and distribution channels for access-related issues.
• Track and report sales activities and customer interactions in a timely manner.
• Represent Acadia at conferences, exhibits, and trainings; participate in meetings as required.

Skills

Sales experience

Pharmaceutical sales

Neuroscience knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in life sciences preferred

Job description

Acadia Pharmaceuticals is seeking a Neuroscience Sales Specialist to drive sales in the designated California territory by building strong relationships with HCPs and delivering compliant product education. The role requires deep neuroscience knowledge, local market understanding, and the ability to partner with healthcare professionals and stakeholders to deliver meaningful value.

The position offers the opportunity to promote Acadia products across in-person and virtual formats, develop