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Executive Long-Term Care Sales Specialist - Knoxville, TN

Acadia Pharmaceuticals
August 28, 2026
Full-time
On-site
Knoxville, TN
Sales
Role: District Sales Representative focused on long-term care (LTC) markets, responsible for driving product sales, developing customer relationships, and providing clinical and reimbursement education to prescribers, pharmacists, and LTC facility staff. Responsibilities include building and maintaining relationships, executing business plans, addressing customer inquiries, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet sales objectives. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree (life sciences preferred), minimum 3 years healthcare sales experience (with at least 1 year in pharma or healthcare sales for Sales Specialist, more experience required for senior levels), extensive knowledge of neuroscience, LTC market dynamics, and payer systems, along with advanced selling, negotiation, and leadership skills. The role demands proficiency in virtual engagement tools, strong business acumen, and the ability to influence diverse healthcare professionals. Travel up to 80% is expected, with residence within or near the territory, and the position offers a competitive salary range ($124,000–$155,000) plus bonus, equity, and benefits. High-value specifics include emphasis on neuroscience, specialty distribution, and LTC regulations, with the role operating with considerable independence and strategic influence in the assigned territory.