Executive Neuroscience Sales Specialist - Springfield, IL
Acadia Pharmaceuticals
September 15, 2026
Full-time
On-site
Bloomington, IL
Sales
Role: Neuroscience Sales Specialist responsible for promoting Acadia's neurological and rare disease therapies within designated Illinois territories. Objectives include achieving sales targets through relationship building, product education, and ensuring patient access. Responsibilities encompass in-person and virtual promotion to healthcare professionals, developing business plans, and collaborating with internal teams on market strategy, reimbursement, and distribution. Requirements include a Bachelor's degree (preferably in life sciences), 3+ years healthcare sales experience with neuroscience focus for Sales Specialist; 8+ years for Sr. Specialist; 12+ years for Executive level. Preferred skills involve deep neuroscience market knowledge, strong communication, negotiation, and virtual engagement proficiency. High-value specifics: emphasis on neurodegenerative and rare neurological conditions, with a need for understanding payer dynamics and complex healthcare environments. The role entails significant travel (up to 80%), including overnight stays, with the candidate residing within or near the territory. The position offers competitive salary ($124,000β$155,000), bonuses, equity, and comprehensive benefits. Work setup is primarily field-based, requiring independent travel and remote engagement, with a focus on underserved neurological communities.