Pharmaceutical Sales Specialist, R&I Primary Care - Bronx N, NY

Overview

At AstraZeneca, we turn ideas into life changing medicines. We’re focused on the potential of science to address the unmet needs of patients around the world and bring big new ideas to life. We are taking bold action on climate, with the Ambition Zero Carbon program and a fully electric vehicle fleet by the end of 2025.

The AstraZeneca US Bio Pharma Respiratory and Immunology (R&I) Team holds a unique position in respiratory disease, including asthma, COPD, and IPF, with a pipeline of differentiated potential medicines using novel combinations, biologics and devices. The portfolio also includes assets in inflammatory and autoimmune diseases such as psoriasis, psoriatic arthritis, gout, systemic lupus, and rheumatoid arthritis.

As a Pharmaceutical Sales Specialist for the R&I Primary Care Team, you’ll play a pivotal role in channeling our scientific capabilities to make a positive impact on changing patients’ lives.

• Develop superior product and disease state knowledge and effectively educate and engage healthcare professionals in dialogue about clinical evidence, approved indications, and product efficacy/safety profiles to support on-label prescribing for appropriate patients.
• Function independently with sales proficiency to drive sales performance and ensure sales forecasts and assigned budgets meet or exceed therapeutic and territory expectations.
• Successfully complete training requirements, including product examinations.
• Develop and maintain in-depth knowledge of market, demographic, and managed care information relative to your assigned sales territory.
• Partner with your District Sales Manager and Regional Sales Director to develop a local strategy and business plan to generate increases in sales in your territory.
• Capitalize on formulary approvals and other opportunities through effective implementation of Strategic Targeting Plans by using promotional resources and analytical tools to enhance effectiveness in the assigned territory, based on local customer needs.
• Provide special education to healthcare providers through appropriate programs that fall within AstraZeneca’s ethical guidelines.
• Work with Pharmaceutical Sales Specialists around common objectives to coordinate selling efforts.

• Bachelor’s degree
• 0 - 2+ years of demonstrated sales or B2B, or commercial experience
• A driver’s license and safe driving record

• Knowledge of the medical, healthcare or pharmacy industry and skills in clinical areas, preferably within Respiratory therapeutic areas
• Prior sales experience
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Demonstrated leadership
• Exemplified judgment and decision-making capability
• Be results-oriented with time management skills
• Ability to learn, analyze, understand and convey complex information

The annual base pay (or hourly rate of compensation) for this position ranges from $81,714 to $182,756. Our positions offer eligibility for incentives including short-term incentive bonuses, equity-based awards for salaried roles, and commissions for sales roles. Benefits include qualified retirement programs, paid time off (vacation, holiday, and leaves), and health, dental, and vision coverage in accordance with applicable plans.

At AstraZeneca we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. You are empowered to push the boundaries of science and fuel your entrepreneurial spirit. There’s no better place to make a difference to medicine, patients and society. We champion diversity and collaboration, and remain committed to lifelong learning, growth and development. We’re on an exciting journey to pioneer the future of healthcare.

Date Posted 04-Feb-2026

Closing Date 10-Feb-2026

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