Neuroscience Specialist

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Minnesota.

📋 Description

• Engage with healthcare providers via in-person meetings, virtual interactions, and digital platforms.

• Share knowledge regarding products and their approved applications.

• Personally connect with customers through virtual or digital channels.

• Guide customers to Customer Service Specialists and other team members as required.

• Ensure customer inquiries are addressed and gather feedback on the quality of engagement.

• Facilitate speaker programs effectively.

• Organize local provider groups to discuss experiences and outcomes with regional leaders.

• Communicate opportunities, feedback, and local market insights to the Area Business Lead.

• Collaborate with the ecosystem team to modify targeting and call point strategies in a compliant manner.

• Utilize customer-facing insights to shape local strategy and meet business objectives.

• Conduct proactive outreach to healthcare professionals regarding product access, on-label information, and established patient care guidelines.

• Educate office staff on payer guidelines and reimbursement processes.

• Monitor progress and pinpoint opportunities using competitive data, business reports, sales figures, and promotional budgets.

• Conduct office calls and sales presentations utilizing approved marketing materials and technical references.

• Report directly to the Area Business Lead and collaborate with Medical, Market Access, and Patient Support colleagues.

⛳️ Requirements

• At least one of the following: 2+ years of experience in pharmaceutical or medical device sales; candidates with less experience may be considered if they successfully complete the Otsuka ReadyNow program.

• 3+ years of business-to-business (B2B) or equivalent outside sales experience in regulated, clinical, or customer engagement roles.

• 2+ years of clinical healthcare experience (e.g., Nurse Practitioner, Physician Assistant, RN, or similar) with a focus on patient-facing, medical education, or therapy-related responsibilities.

• Proficient in communicating complex clinical information, influencing stakeholders, and translating scientific data into clear, actionable value propositions.

• Strong dedication to ethical business practices and a solid understanding of regulatory standards.

• Capable of executing business activities in accordance with Company policies and guidance.

• Ability to assimilate and convey complex clinical and product information effectively.

• Must live within a 50-mile commuting distance from the primary city in the sales territory.

• Familiarity with territory and business conditions that impact sales outcomes.

• Competent in educating office staff on payer guidelines and reimbursement processes.

• Skilled in using promotional materials and technical references.

• Possess market and industry knowledge to address objections and influence prescribing behavior.

• Ability to identify territory professional groups and engage with potential key opinion leaders.

• Capable of building relationships with office and practice personnel.

• Strong product knowledge of personal products and competitors.

• Proficient in delivering effective and balanced office calls and sales presentations.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.

• Company-sponsored basic life insurance.

• Accidental death and dismemberment insurance.

• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.

• Tuition reimbursement program.

• Student loan assistance.

• Generous 401(k) matching contributions.

• Flexible time off policy.

• Paid holidays.

• Paid leave programs.

• Additional company-provided benefits.

• Incentive opportunities.