Executive Neuroscience Sales Specialist - Portland, ME
Acadia Pharmaceuticals
August 14, 2026
On-site
Westbrook, ME
Sales
Position Summary
The Neuroscience Sales Specialist is responsible for achieving sales goals within the assigned territory by building strong customer relationships, delivering compliant and compelling product education, and driving appropriate patient access.
Primary Responsibilities
- Promote Acadia products to HCPs in person and virtually with clinical, disease state, and reimbursement information.
- Develop and execute a territory business plan to meet/exceed sales objectives using market data and quarterly action plans.
- Build and maintain relationships with HCPs, key opinion leaders, advocacy organizations, and other stakeholders.
- Address customer questions, concerns, and objections using advanced selling skills.
- Tailor approved sales aids, clinical reprints, and brand resources to customer needs.
- Partner with internal teams (managed markets, operations, sales training, marketing) for coordinated solutions.
- Advise on pricing, reimbursement, and specialty distribution channels; liaison for access-related issues.
- Track and report sales activities, business expenses, and customer interactions.
- Represent Acadia at conferences/trainings and participate in required meetings.
- Mentor/train new sales specialists; contribute to cross-functional projects.
Knowledge & Expertise (Required)
- Deep understanding of neuroscience disease states, Acadia products, and local market dynamics.
- Microsoft Office and virtual engagement platforms (e.g., Zoom, WebEx).
- Strong grasp of payer dynamics (Part D and specialty pharmacy/hub distribution).
Qualifications (Required/Preferred)
- Bachelor’s degree required (life sciences preferred).
- Sales Specialist: 3+ years sales with 1+ year in pharmaceutical/related healthcare sales (neuroscience preferred).
- Sr. Specialist: 8+ years healthcare sales; 2+ years complex/account-based selling.
- Executive level: 12+ years healthcare sales; 3+ years complex/account-based selling.
- Must reside within the territory (or within 30 miles of its border); valid driver’s license.
- Ability to travel (including overnight) and work occasional after-hours; comply with vaccination requirements for HCP access.
Benefits (US-based Employees)
- Medical, dental, vision; employer-paid life/disability/business travel/EAP; 401(k) with 1:1 match up to 5%; Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
Application Instructions
- Apply via Acadia’s careers process (contact: talentacquisition@acadia-pharm.com).
The Neuroscience Sales Specialist is responsible for achieving sales goals within the assigned territory by building strong customer relationships, delivering compliant and compelling product education, and driving appropriate patient access.
Primary Responsibilities
- Promote Acadia products to HCPs in person and virtually with clinical, disease state, and reimbursement information.
- Develop and execute a territory business plan to meet/exceed sales objectives using market data and quarterly action plans.
- Build and maintain relationships with HCPs, key opinion leaders, advocacy organizations, and other stakeholders.
- Address customer questions, concerns, and objections using advanced selling skills.
- Tailor approved sales aids, clinical reprints, and brand resources to customer needs.
- Partner with internal teams (managed markets, operations, sales training, marketing) for coordinated solutions.
- Advise on pricing, reimbursement, and specialty distribution channels; liaison for access-related issues.
- Track and report sales activities, business expenses, and customer interactions.
- Represent Acadia at conferences/trainings and participate in required meetings.
- Mentor/train new sales specialists; contribute to cross-functional projects.
Knowledge & Expertise (Required)
- Deep understanding of neuroscience disease states, Acadia products, and local market dynamics.
- Microsoft Office and virtual engagement platforms (e.g., Zoom, WebEx).
- Strong grasp of payer dynamics (Part D and specialty pharmacy/hub distribution).
Qualifications (Required/Preferred)
- Bachelor’s degree required (life sciences preferred).
- Sales Specialist: 3+ years sales with 1+ year in pharmaceutical/related healthcare sales (neuroscience preferred).
- Sr. Specialist: 8+ years healthcare sales; 2+ years complex/account-based selling.
- Executive level: 12+ years healthcare sales; 3+ years complex/account-based selling.
- Must reside within the territory (or within 30 miles of its border); valid driver’s license.
- Ability to travel (including overnight) and work occasional after-hours; comply with vaccination requirements for HCP access.
Benefits (US-based Employees)
- Medical, dental, vision; employer-paid life/disability/business travel/EAP; 401(k) with 1:1 match up to 5%; Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
Application Instructions
- Apply via Acadia’s careers process (contact: talentacquisition@acadia-pharm.com).