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Portfolio Account Manager-Clinical

Certara
August 26, 2026
Full-time
Remote friendly (Boston, MA)
Worldwide
Sales
Role: Portfolio Account Manager (PAM) specializing in Modeling & Simulation (M&S) solutions within the biopharma industry, focusing on both mechanistic (systems biology, PBPK, digital simulations) and empirical (PK/PD, exposure-response) approaches. Primary objectives include leading portfolio strategy, driving business development, and expanding client adoption across the AMER region. Responsibilities involve managing territory/account portfolios, executing go-to-market plans, collaborating with internal teams (Global Account Directors, Inside Sales, Scientific/Marketing), and cultivating strong client relationships as a domain expert. The role emphasizes pipeline development, opportunity qualification, and ensuring seamless pursuit coordination. Qualifications: MS/PhD in life sciences, computational biology, or related fields with 3-5+ years’ experience in biopharma consulting, sales, or scientific roles; deep understanding of drug discovery/development processes; solution selling experience desirable. Skills include strategic planning, cross-functional collaboration, excellent communication, and client engagement. High-value specifics include a focus on modeling & simulation solutions applicable to discovery, development, and regulatory submission stages, with a preference for candidates based in California, Chicago, New York City, or Washington DC. The role involves travel within the AMER region and reports to the Global Portfolio Leader for M&S, with a dotted line to regional commercial leaders.