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Executive Neuroscience Sales Specialist - Springfield, IL

Acadia Pharmaceuticals
September 15, 2026
Full-time
On-site
Champaign, IL
Sales
Role: Neuroscience Sales Specialist responsible for achieving sales targets in underserved neurological and rare disease markets, including Parkinson’s psychosis and Rett syndrome. Primary duties involve promoting Acadia products to healthcare professionals through in-person and virtual engagements, delivering clinical and reimbursement education, and developing territory-specific business plans. Responsibilities also include building strong customer relationships, addressing questions, and coordinating with internal teams on market access issues. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree, preferably in life sciences; 3+ years of healthcare sales experience, with an emphasis on neuroscience for Sales Specialist and more senior levels requiring up to 12+ years of experience in complex, account-based selling environments. Skills include in-depth knowledge of neuroscience disease states, payer dynamics, and proficiency with digital engagement tools. High-Value: Focus on neuroscience (neurology and psychiatry), underserved patient populations, and specialty pharmaceutical sales. Extensive travel (up to 80%) within assigned territory, requiring a valid driver’s license and proximity to major airports. Position levels range from Sales Specialist to Executive Sales Specialist, with corresponding salary bands. The role emphasizes independent work, strategic planning, and stakeholder engagement within a highly regulated pharmaceutical environment.