A

AstraZeneca

Global pharmaceutical company developing prescription medicines

Therapy Area Specialist / Pharmareferent - Respiratory, COPD

Field SalesConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • A completed degree in natural sciences, such as Biology, Pharmacy, Chemistry, or Medicine, or Business Administration with a natural-science focus, or a qualification as a certified pharmaceutical representative.
  • Several years of experience in scientific pharmaceutical field sales, regularly supporting specialist physicians in hospitals and private practice.
  • Demonstrated account-planning experience, including creating and implementing account plans and strategically developing key accounts.
  • Experience in respiratory therapy or specialty care, ideally with biologics or other innovative therapies requiring explanation, such as Rheumatology, Dermatology, Neurology, or Oncology.
  • A deep understanding of products, markets, and customer needs.
  • Strong communication skills, teamwork, flexibility, and initiative.
  • Willingness to travel and very good knowledge of Microsoft Office.
  • Fluent German and good English.

Responsibilities

  • Provide specialist physicians in hospitals and private practice with support and professional advice, using scientific expertise and focusing particularly on COPD.
  • Analyze available market data, including conducting market and potential analyses to identify opportunities and development possibilities in the territory.
  • Implement company strategy by developing tailored education and training concepts for the needs of each target audience.
  • Prepare account plans in view of the available budget and in close collaboration with Medical, Marketing, and Therapy Area Specialists in other regions.
  • Implement account strategies and plans in strict compliance with internal and external guidelines and applicable codes.
  • Work closely with First Line Sales Managers, Medical Science Liaison Managers, and the Marketing team to gain stakeholder insights and coordinate marketing, sales, and medical activities.
  • Develop and deliver innovative educational concepts based on current customer needs.
  • Attend congresses, sponsorship activities, and events to maintain existing customer relationships and support professional development.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience in respiratory therapy or specialty care, ideally involving biologics or other innovative therapies requiring explanation, such as Rheumatology, Dermatology, Neurology, or Oncology.

About the Company

AstraZeneca

Global pharmaceutical company developing prescription medicines

AstraZeneca develops and markets prescription medicines and vaccines worldwide, with a focus on oncology, cardiovascular/metabolic, respiratory, and infectious diseases. Its products work by targeting specific biological pathways or cells, using small-molecule therapies, biologics, and vaccines to treat diseases or prevent infections. It differentiates itself through its dual heritage from Sweden and the UK, a broad pipeline, and strong R&D and collaborations that move from discovery to patient access. Its goal is to improve people’s health by discovering, developing, and delivering medicines and vaccines to patients worldwide.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Cambridge, United Kingdom
Founded
1913

Recently Posted Jobs

Explore more opportunities at AstraZeneca

See more jobs