Specialty Account Manager, Auvelity; Shreveport, LA

Specialty Account Manager, Auvelity (Shreveport, LA)

Axsome Therapeutics is a biopharmaceutical company leading a new era in the treatment of central nervous system (CNS) conditions. Our industry‑leading neuroscience portfolio includes FDA‑approved treatments for major depressive disorder, narcolepsy, obstructive sleep apnea, and migraine, with multiple late‑stage programs addressing serious neurological and psychiatric conditions.

Axsome Therapeutics seeks a Specialty Account Manager (SAM) to execute commercial activities for assigned geographies, establish relationships with customers, and ensure successful promotion of AUVELITY for major depressive disorder in adults and potential future indications. The role is field‑based and requires access to clinic or hospital settings while maximizing engagement through digital channels.

• Proficient in virtual and live customer engagements
• Develop a comprehensive territory business plan to achieve quarterly & annual goals
• Promote products within approved labeling, consistently and ethically
• Build strong customer relationships by understanding needs
• Serve as consultant regarding payer policies and processes
• Maximize marketing resources to grow confidence in prescribing Axsome medications
• Communicate territory activity accurately and timely
• Provide feedback on changing environment and results
• Complete training classes on schedule
• Perform administrative duties accurately
• Manage promotional budget
• Collaborate across corporate functions
• Attend medical congresses and society meetings as needed
• Ensure timely access for patients via services and savings programs
• Travel overnight as required
• Perform additional responsibilities as assigned

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
• Minimum 5 years of field customer experience and/or account management; 3 years of healthcare professional experience with CNS background is preferred
• 5 years of proven top performance in pharmaceutical, biotech, or medical sales
• Strong psychiatry/CNS experience preferred
• Demonstrated ability to deliver outstanding results
• Launch experience preferred
• Must be a resident of the territory’s geography
• Experience strategizing within cross‑functional teams
• Excellent multitasking under aggressive timelines
• Ability to thrive in uncertainty and high expectations
• Patient support services experience a plus
• Strong digital marketing aptitude
• Exceptional interpersonal, presentation, and communication skills
• Frequent driving, including extended periods
• Prolonged sitting and standing required
• Ability to lift and carry up to 30 lbs regularly
• Overhead reaching required for lifting equipment

The anticipated salary range is $100,000 – $150,000. The offer will reflect experience, qualifications, internal equity, and location. Axsome offers an annual bonus, significant equity, and a generous benefits package.

Axsome is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical or mental disabilities. We value diversity and encourage applications from all qualified applicants regardless of protected characteristics.