Oncology Account Specialist- Lung Cancer - St. Louis, MO

AstraZeneca; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 133,000 - 229,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Short-term incentive bonuses

Equity-based awards

Commissions for sales roles

Qualified retirement programs

Paid time off (vacation, holiday)

Health, dental, and vision coverage

Job summary

AstraZeneca plc in St. Louis, MO seeks an Oncology Account Specialist to lead engagement with healthcare providers in the lung cancer team, focusing on clinical selling and education along the patient journey.

You will partner with the Oncology Business Manager to develop and manage account plans, learn local tumor-type priorities, and communicate complex information effectively. This field-based role covers the geographic geography, emphasizing growth and patient care.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of demonstrated Sales or Commercial experience in pharmaceutical/healthcare environments.
• Bachelor's degree is required.
• A valid driver's license and safe driving record are required.

Responsibilities

• Learn account priorities for tumor types and local clinical trends.
• Conduct opportunity assessments across accounts to inform priorities.
• Develop tumor-focused business plans based on insights and engagement plans.
• Collaborate with field teammates to identify cross-brand engagement opportunities.
• Provide input into geography-level priorities and plans.
• Educate and engage HCPs about efficacy, safety, and dosing for FDA-approved indications.
• Educate on companion diagnostic tests and patient identification importance.

Skills

Sales experience

Communication skills

Valid driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Job Title: Oncology Account Specialist - St. Louis, MO

Ready to make a difference in the lives of patients with Lung cancer? As an Oncology Account Specialist (OAS) in St. Louis, MO for the Lung Cancer team, you'll be at the forefront of transforming patient care and demonstrate your deep disease-area expertise to engage healthcare professionals through diverse media channels. Your role will involve leading interactions with healthcare providers, focusing on clinical selling and identifying customer needs for education. You'll work closely with the Oncology Business Manager to develop and manage account plans, using your understanding of the tumor patient journey to engage key partners across all relevant elements.

Must live within the geography:

• Alton, IL: (Furthest North point)
• Lake STL: (West)
• Rolla/West Plaines: (Furthest SW point)
• Paducah: (Furthest SE point)
• Mount Caramel, IL: (Furthest East point)

Responsibilities:

• Learn account priorities for specific tumor types and local trends relevant to clinical practice.
• Conduct opportunity assessments and identifies multi-disciplinary customers within accounts across the patient journey to inform business priorities.
• Develop tumor-focused business plans based on key insights and engagement plans focused on key account partners.
• Work with peer field team members to identify cross-brand engagement opportunities.
• Provide critical input into geography-level priorities and plans.
• Educate and engage HCPs about efficacy, safety, and dosing profiles for FDA-approved indications.
• Educate on approved companion diagnostic tests and importance of appropriate patient identification.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 3+ years of demonstrated Sales or Commercial experience within pharmaceutical, healthcare, scientific, clinical, institutional, or other relevant experience in related healthcare environments
• Bachelor's degree
• A valid driver's license and safe driving record

Preferred Qualifications:

• Pharmaceutical sales experience
• Oncology sales experience in (specifically Breast, Lung, Hematology, Gynecology, Genitourinary, or Gastrointestinal cancer)
• Experience with successful launches and balancing a complex portfolio
• Track record of building customer relationships through various mediums (in-person and virtual) and strong sales goal achievements
• Ability to learn, analyze, understand and convey complex information
• Proactively embraces growth and innovation by seeking new ideas, adapting to change, and leveraging novel approaches and technologies to drive results and advance patient care.

The annual base pay for this position ranges from $132,756- $228,954. Our positions offer eligibility for various incentives—an opportunity to receive short-term incentive bonuses, equity-based awards for salaried roles and commissions for sales roles. Benefits offered include qualified retirement programs, paid time off (i.e., vacation, holiday, and leaves), as well as health, dental, and vision coverage in accordance with the terms of the applicable plans.

AstraZeneca offers a dynamic environment where innovation thrives. Our fast-paced culture encourages agility and responsiveness as we tackle unanswered questions in oncology. We foster a sense of urgency and collaboration, empowering diverse teams to bring transformative medicines to market. With a commitment to inclusion and belonging, AstraZeneca is a place where everyone can be themselves and contribute to advancing societal change. Join us in shaping the future of cancer treatment through innovation and excellence!

Our mission is to build an inclusive environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees. In furtherance of that mission, we welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their protected characteristics. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please complete the corresponding section in the application form.