Pharmaceutical Account Specialist-Rare Disease/ Metabolic

Syneos Health; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Syneos Health in Columbus, OH, is seeking a Pharmaceutical Account Specialist with expertise in rare diseases. This role involves building and maintaining relationships with healthcare providers and developing strategies to drive awareness of therapeutic solutions.

The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of account sales experience in the pharmaceutical industry, particularly in rare/ultra-rare sales. An MBA is preferred, and the position requires significant travel within the assigned territory.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of account sales experience in the pharmaceutical/biotechnology industry.
• Rare / ultra-rare sales experience required.
• Experience in calling on large group practices and/or integrated delivery networks.

Responsibilities

• Develop account-specific strategies to drive awareness.
• Build relationships with healthcare professionals involved in patient care.
• Provide education on disease state and treatment options.

Skills

Sales ability

Clinical knowledge

Relationship building

Market insights

Education

MBA preferred

Job description

Pharmaceutical Account Specialist-Rare Disease/ Metabolic

Updated: June 24, 2026
Location: Columbus, OH, United States
Job ID:16173-OTHLOC-CtfwYfwW

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.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Syneos Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, marital status, ethnicity, national origin, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status and will not be discriminated against. If you are an individual with a disability who requires reasonable accommodation to complete any part of our application process, including the use of this website, please contact us at: Email: [emailprotected] One of our staff members will work with you to provide alternate means to submit your application.