Rare Cardiometabolic Specialty Sales Rep — Launch

Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 160,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals in Oakland, CA is seeking experienced Specialty Sales Representatives to launch and grow our cardiometabolic portfolio, including Plozasiran. You will drive prescriber activation, accelerate therapy adoption, and ensure sustained utilization within complex healthcare environments.

The role requires strategic territory planning, clinical engagement with cardiologists and lipid specialists, and cross-functional collaboration with Marketing, Medical Affairs, and Market

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience; minimum 5 years pharmaceutical sales experience.
• 3+ years in specialty, rare disease, or cardiovascular therapies preferred.
• Experience navigating IDNs or complex healthcare systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute data-driven territory business plans aligned to brand strategy and launch objectives.
• Deliver compliant, clinically accurate product education within approved labeling.
• Build and maintain relationships with healthcare professionals and institutional stakeholders.
• Collaborate with Marketing, Medical Affairs, Market Access, Health IT, and Patient Services.
• Represent Arrowhead at meetings and conferences (~30% travel).

Skills

Territory planning

Clinical data communication

Communication skills

Business acumen

Adaptability

Performance targets

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals in Oakland, CA is seeking experienced Specialty Sales Representatives to launch and grow our cardiometabolic portfolio, including Plozasiran. You will drive prescriber activation, accelerate therapy adoption, and ensure sustained utilization within complex healthcare environments.

The role requires strategic territory planning, clinical engagement with cardiologists and lipid specialists, and cross-functional collaboration with Marketing, Medical Affairs, and Market