Sr. Health Systems Manager - Texas

Acadia Pharmaceuticals; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 128,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Paid parental leave

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Acadia Pharmaceuticals is seeking a Health Systems Manager/Senior Manager to develop strategic relationships with healthcare institutions in Wisconsin.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience in pharmaceuticals and a proven ability to drive innovation and increase market share. This position includes competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years experience in pharmaceuticals or hospital sales.
• Proven leadership and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to travel 50-75%.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop relationships within healthcare institutions.
• Implement medication transitions of care process in hospitals.
• Conduct QBRs to advance projects and overcome access barriers.

Skills

Relationship development

Effective tool utilization

Leadership without formal authority

Problem-solving skills

Verbal and written communication

Influencing and negotiating

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business or Life Sciences

Tools

Microsoft Suite

Smartsheet

CRM

Job description

Overview

About Acadia Pharmaceuticals Acadia is committed to turning scientific promise into meaningful innovation that makes the difference for underserved neurological and rare disease communities around the world. Our commercial portfolio includes the first and only FDA-approved treatments for Parkinson’s disease psychosis and Rett syndrome. We are developing the next wave of therapeutic advancements with a robust and diverse pipeline that includes mid- to late-stage programs in Alzheimer’s disease psychosis and Lewy body dementia psychosis, along with earlier-stage programs that address other underserved patient needs. At Acadia, we’re here to be their difference.

Join Acadia as a Health Systems Manager/Senior Manager and become a key driver of meaningful change in patient care. In this strategic role, you’ll build and nurture relationships with leading healthcare institutions—including Centers of Excellence, hospitals, and influential thought leaders—within your region. Your mission: to identify collaborative opportunities that improve access to innovative treatments and expand Acadia’s impact in the healthcare landscape. If you’re passionate about making a difference and thrive in a dynamic, purpose-driven environment, this is your opportunity to help shape the future of care.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify business opportunities, develop complex approaches to account engagement, and execute against Acadia’s strategic imperatives.
• Identify, develop and advance relationships with influential and relevant Key Medical Experts.
• Strong understanding of patient journey and gaps in care to effectively educate on potential EHR interventions within Centers of Excellence and IDNs.
• Effectively implement the medication transitions of care process within hospitals, including discharge order sets.
• Understand P&T processes for assigned IDNs and key institutions to assist in formulary access when needed to implement EHR interventions or medication transitions of care.
• Conduct IDN SPP QBRs to advance projects, overcome access barriers and identify future opportunities.
• Educate and actively engage Fellows and Residents to align on project development within Centers of Excellence, IDN or Health System.
• Meet expected Brand and Access Objectives that result in market share growth, while ensuring compliance with assigned targeted accounts.
• Record account information and competitive intelligence through available account management resources and tools.
• Create access and pull-through opportunities for the field sales organization within Centers of Excellence, which leads to increased compliance, market share and profits.
• Ensure compliance with corporate policies and procedures, and US healthcare laws and regulations.

Qualifications

• Skills Required
• Develop and advance relationships with specified IDNs and strategic organizations within the specified region.
• Effective utilization of Acadia’s tools and resources to advance patient care.
• Proven record of leadership without formal authority.
• Strong personal drive and proven ability to problem solve and drive innovation in fast-paced environments.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong influencing and negotiating skills with both external and internal matrix.
• Ability to conduct effective presentations of technical information concerning specific projects or timelines.

• Experience Required
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Life Sciences, or a related field required.
• To qualify for Health Systems Manager: a minimum of 5 years of experience in pharmaceuticals, life sciences, account management, or hospital sales.
• Strongly Preferred:
• Experience in CNS and Specialty Pharmacy.
• Experience with institutional and/or IDN/complex systems.
• To qualify for Senior Health Systems Manager:
• A minimum of 8 years of experience in pharmaceuticals or life sciences.
• A minimum of 3 years in Institutional, IDN/complex health system management, or Regional Sales Manager with a demonstration of national-level leadership.
• Professionalism, integrity, and the ability to comply with strict policy in a highly regulated environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Suite, Smartsheet, and CRM.
• Ability to operate independently without strong support or guidance.
• Ability to travel 50-75%.

Salary Ranges and Benefits

• Health System Manager: $128,000–$160,000
• Senior Health System Manager: $158,000–$197,000
• In addition to a competitive base salary, this position is eligible for discretionary bonus and equity awards based on individual and organizational performance. Actual amounts vary by experience, performance, and location.

• What we offer for US-based Employees:
• Competitive base, bonus, new hire and ongoing equity packages
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employer-paid life, disability, business travel and EAP coverage
• 401(k) Plan with fully vested company match 1:1 up to 5%
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with a 2-year purchase price lock-in
• 15+ vacation days
• 13–15 paid holidays, including office closure between December 24 and January 1
• 10 days of paid sick time
• Paid parental leave benefit
• Tuition assistance

EEO Statement

Acadia is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workforce. We provide reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. For inquiries, please contact [e-mail] or 858-261-2923.