Pharmaceutical Account Specialist-Rare Disease/ Metabolic

Syneos Health, Inc.; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Health benefits (medical, dental, vision)

401(k) company match

Flexible paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

Syneos Health, Inc. is seeking a Pharmaceutical Account Specialist in Akron, OH, to drive awareness and adoption of therapeutic solutions in the rare disease market. The role demands a seasoned biopharmaceutical sales professional who will build and maintain strong relationships with healthcare providers and key opinion leaders.

Ideal candidates should have over 10 years of account sales experience, particularly within rare diseases, and possess the ability to travel extensively within the assigned territory. A competitive compensation package and health benefits are included.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of account sales experience in pharmaceutical/biotechnology.
• Rare/ultra-rare sales experience required.
• Account management experience with large group practices.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a key liaison between the company and healthcare professionals.
• Develop and execute account-specific strategies.
• Build and maintain trusted relationships with key opinion leaders.

Skills

Sales ability

Clinical communication

Account management

Market analysis

Relationship building

Education

MBA preferred

Job description

Pharmaceutical Account Specialist‑Rare Disease/ Metabolic

Updated: Yesterday Location: Akron, OH, United States Job ID:16173‑OTHLOC‑CGewYfw8

You have what it takes: a competitive drive coupled with exceptional sales ability.

The Metabolic Account Specialist position requires a seasoned biopharmaceutical sales professional who can effectively communicate clinically driven sales messages to a diverse range of key stakeholders, including endocrinologists, medical geneticists, orthopedic specialists, dentists/oral surgeons, pediatricians, and primary care physicians. This role offers an exciting opportunity in partnership with Regeneron to make a meaningful impact in a niche therapeutic area.

Position Summary:

• Serve as a key liaison between the company and healthcare professionals (e.g., endocrinologists, medical geneticists, orthopedic specialists, dentists/oral surgeons, pediatricians, and primary care physicians) involved in the care of individuals with FOP.
• Develop and execute account‑specific strategies to drive awareness and adoption of the company’s therapeutic solutions within the FOP market.
• Build and maintain trusted relationships with key opinion leaders (KOLs), healthcare providers (HCPs), and other decision‑makers to ensure alignment with patient care goals.
• Utilize clinical knowledge and market insights to deliver compelling, compliant, and solution‑oriented messaging to healthcare professionals.
• Partner with internal cross‑functional teams (e.g., marketing, medical affairs, patient support services, and market access) to align on strategies and execute account‑level plans effectively.
• Act as a resource for HCPs and their staff, providing education on the disease state, treatment options, and company support services.
• Monitor and analyze local market trends to identify new opportunities for growth and proactively address challenges within the territory.
• Represent the company at industry conferences, congresses, and networking events to build brand awareness and strengthen relationships with stakeholders.
• 10+ years of account sales experience in the pharmaceutical/biotechnology industry.
• Rare / ultra‑rare sales experience required.
• Account management experience in calling on large group practices and/or integrated delivery networks.
• Must live within the assigned territory and possess a valid driver’s license with the ability to travel, including overnight, up to 70%.

Desired Requirements:

• MBA preferred.
• Musculoskeletal, progressive musculoskeletal, Endocrinology, or orthopedic rare disease experience preferred.
• 2+ years of experience working with key thought leaders or high influence customers in large group practices, hospitals, or managed care organizations.

The benefits for this position will include a competitive compensation package, health benefits to include medical, dental and vision, company match 401(k), and flexible paid time off (PTO) and sick time. Eligibility for paid sick time may vary depending on where you work. Syneos Health complies with all applicable federal, state, and municipal paid sick time requirements.

Syneos Health companies are affirmative action/equal opportunity employers (Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled)