Pharmaceutical Sales Representative Jobs

A Pharmaceutical Sales Representative is a vital link between pharmaceutical companies and healthcare professionals. They sell their company's products, which include prescription drugs and medical equipment, to a variety of healthcare settings such as hospitals, clinics, doctors' offices, and pharmacies. Their role involves presenting and explaining complex scientific information in a clear, succinct manner, building and maintaining positive relationships with healthcare providers, and meeting sales targets. Additionally, they may also provide advice and support to healthcare professionals, and keep detailed records of all contacts and sales.

The job requires strong communication, persuasion, and negotiation skills, as well as a thorough understanding of the pharmaceutical industry and the products they are selling. The ability to learn and present scientific content and demonstrate a sales aptitude are key skills to success. Some pharmaceutical companies require their representatives to have a bachelor's degree, preferably in a related field such as biology, chemistry, or business. Certifications, like Certified National Pharmaceutical Representative (CNPR) from the National Association of Pharmaceutical Sales Representatives, can improve job prospects. Before becoming a Pharmaceutical Sales Representative, a person may have roles as a Medical Sales Representative, Sales Associate in a pharmaceutical company, or a Healthcare Marketing Specialist.

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Pharmaceutical Sales Representative

Seattle, WA
30+ days ago

Seattle, WA
30+ days ago

Bachelors degree in business, science, or related field or equivalent work experience 2+ years primary care pharmaceutical sales experience required Rheumatology experience preferred Launch Sales Experience...

Pharmaceutical Sales Specialist - Miami, Florida

Saint Petersburg, FL
3 hours ago

Saint Petersburg, FL
3 hours ago

Associate, Pharmaceutical Sales one will be responsible for covering a large territory and will focus on a defined target list of physicians/practitioners within the territory....

Pharmaceutical Sales Specialist - Respiratory Specialty - Boston N, MA

Boston, MA
6 hours ago

Boston, MA
6 hours ago

As a Senior Pharmaceutical Sales Specialist for the Specialty Care Team, youll play a pivotal role in channeling our scientific capabilities to make a positive impact on changing patients lives....

Pharmaceutical Sales Specialist, Specialty Care CVRM-Long Branch, NJ

Long Branch, NJ
6 hours ago

Long Branch, NJ
6 hours ago

Pharmaceutical Sales Specialist for the Specialty Care Team, youll play a pivotal role in channeling our scientific capabilities to make a positive impact on changing patients lives....

Pharmaceutical Sales Specialist - CVRM Primary Care - Stillwater, OK

Stillwater, OK
6 hours ago

Stillwater, OK
6 hours ago

Pharmaceutical Sales Specialist - CVRM Primary Care- Stillwater, OK At AstraZeneca, we turn ideas into life-changing medicines....

Pharmaceutical Sales Representative - Anti-Infective - Cleveland

Cleveland, OH
2 days ago

Cleveland, OH
2 days ago

Job Description The EVERSANA/Meitheal Pharmaceutical Sales Representative will achieve territory sales goals by promoting XENLETA to physicians as well as other medical personnel within their assigned...

Pharmaceutical Sales Representative - Anti-Infective - Kansas City/St. Louis

Kansas City, KS
2 days ago

Kansas City, KS
2 days ago

Pharmaceutical Sales Representative - Anti-Infective - Detroit

Detroit, MI
2 days ago

Detroit, MI
2 days ago

Pharmaceutical Sales Representative - Anti-Infective - Chicago

Chicago, IL
2 days ago

Chicago, IL
2 days ago

Pharmaceutical Sales Representative - Anti-Infective - Indianapolis

Indianapolis, IN
2 days ago

Indianapolis, IN
2 days ago

Pharmaceutical Sales Representative - Anti-Infective - Richmond/Virginia Beach

Richmond, VA
2 days ago

Richmond, VA
2 days ago

Pharmaceutical Sales Representative - Anti-Infective - Charlotte/Raleigh

Charlotte, NC
2 days ago

Charlotte, NC
2 days ago

Pharmaceutical Sales Representative - Anti-Infective - Baltimore

Baltimore, MD
2 days ago

Baltimore, MD
2 days ago

Pharmaceutical Sales Representative - Anti-Infective - Atlanta

Atlanta, GA
2 days ago

Atlanta, GA
2 days ago

Pharmaceutical Sales Representative - Anti-Infective - Nashville/Knoxville

Knoxville, TN
2 days ago

Knoxville, TN
2 days ago

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Salary for Pharmaceutical Sales Representative Jobs Nationwide

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHirePharmacy research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Pharmaceutical Sales Representatives offer the following education background

Bachelor's Degree

61.5%

Master's Degree

16.4%

Doctorate Degree

7.3%

High School or GED

5.1%

Associate's Degree

5.0%

Vocational Degree or Certification

3.9%

Some College

0.6%

Some High School

0.2%

Average Work Experience

Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Pharmaceutical Sales Representatives

1-2 years

33.0%

2-4 years

27.1%

4-6 years

23.4%

Less than 1 year

12.2%

10+ years

1.9%

6-8 years

1.6%

None

0.9%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

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