Sr. Pharmaceutical Sales Specialist, Advanced Specialty Care ATTR

Company: AstraZeneca
Location: Raleigh
Posted on: July 1, 2025

Job Description:

At AstraZeneca, we turn ideas into life changing medicines. Working here means being thinking big and working together to make the impossible a reality. We’re focused on the potential of science to address the unmet needs of patients around the world. We commit to those areas where we think we can really change the course of medicine and bring big new ideas to life. At AstraZeneca, we are taking bold action on climate because we recognize the connection between healthy people and a healthy planet. As part of our flagship Ambition Zero Carbon program, we have committed to a fully electric vehicle (EV) fleet by the end of 2025, which means that all of our drivers will be assigned an EV. The AstraZeneca’s US BioPharma Respiratory and Immunology (R&I) Team holds a unique position in respiratory disease, including asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF), with a range of differentiated potential medicines in development by using novel combinations, biologics and devices. The pipeline also has several promising assets in inflammatory and autoimmune diseases within areas such as psoriasis, psoriatic arthritis, gout, systemic lupus and rheumatoid arthritis. As a Senior Pharmaceutical Sales Specialist for the Respiratory Specialty Care Team, you’ll play a pivotal role in channelling our scientific capabilities to make a positive impact on changing patients’ lives! Accountabilities: Develop and demonstrate knowledge of clinical disease states and treatment guidelines. Effectively communicate product information to healthcare professionals. Execute call plans and Brand Strategy by translating data to actionable insights. Adapt to and demonstrate a thorough understanding of AZ Selling Model. Analyze data and trends to build insightful and actionable business plans for your assigned sales territory. Build relationships and credibility with Primary Care healthcare professionals to optimally position products by establishing unmet needs, clinical differentiation, and fair balance of our Brands. Leverage multiple channels including digital platforms and face-to-face engagements to drive meaningful customer interactions. Open to receiving guidance and seek insights for growth and development. Essential Requirements: Bachelor’s Degree 3 yrs of demonstrated Sales or Commercial experience or a combination of: pharmaceutical, healthcare, scientific, clinical, institutional, or related industry / settings within the healthcare ecosystem Experience in account planning and/or complex reimbursement model OR internal AZ certification A valid driver’s license and safe driving record Essential Skills and Capabilities Advanced Therapeutic Area Expertise: Experience and expertise in highly specialized therapeutic areas Customer Engagement: Proven ability to engage with senior-level healthcare professionals, including specialists and hospital administrators. Innovative Sales Strategies: Experience in developing and implementing innovative sales strategies in a highly specialized market. Clinical Acumen: Exceptional ability to understand and communicate cutting-edge scientific research and clinical data. Strategic Partnerships: Experience in establishing and nurturing strategic partnerships with healthcare institutions and research organizations. Business Acumen: Proficiency in advanced data analysis and the use of analytics to drive sales performance. Why AstraZeneca? At AstraZeneca we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and fuel your entrepreneurial spirit. There’s no better place to make a difference to medicine, patients and society. A culture that champions diversity and collaboration, and always committed to lifelong learning, growth and development. We’re on an exciting journey to pioneer the future of healthcare. AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.

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